Logistics Specialist(Contract to hire position)

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Logistics Specialist to oversee materials flow and coordinate shipments within its manufacturing operations. The role demands a proactive individual with a Bachelor's degree in Logistics and exceptional communication skills. Candidates should be able to manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment. The position offers hourly pay between £28 and £32, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or inbound operation required.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for inbound logistics is a plus.
• Certifications such as APICS or CSCMP are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Monitor shipments to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Coordinate with suppliers to expedite deliveries and resolve delays.
• Negotiate timelines with carriers for urgent shipments.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Proactive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Bosch Rexrothis one of the world’s leading providers of Drive and Control Technologies. Regardless of the motion task that customers face anywhere in the world, they will always find a Bosch Rexroth team with local experience and the appropriate know-how from more than 30 industries and all drive and control technologies. Our associates take on their customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found. This is what makes Bosch Rexroth a strong, reliable partner for Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering and Factory Automation. As the Drive & Control Company, we develop, produce, and distribute our components and system solutions in over 80 countries.

Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc.offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. Our cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Ouremployees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. For almost 35 years, Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. has been producing the most innovative elector-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets.

Job Description

This position is on contract to hire basis. Recent graduates from Logistics undergrad degree may also apply.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a Logistics Specialist to streamline the flow of incoming materials and supplies for our manufacturing operations, while also coordinating urgent outbound shipments. The ideal candidate will drive timely, cost-efficient deliveries and foster strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams to support seamless operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons

• Monitor Shipments: Track inbound to ensure on-time delivery of materials and products.
• Coordinate with Suppliers and Carriers: Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and transportation providers to expedite deliveries and resolve delays.
• Resolve Issues: Address logistics bottlenecks, such as delayed shipments, damaged goods, or documentation errors, to maintain workflow.
• Prioritize Orders: Work with production and procurement teams to prioritize urgent material needs based on schedules and demand.
• Maintain Records: Update and maintain accurate logistics data using software (e.g., ERP, TMS) to track progress and report issues.
• Ensure Compliance: Verify that shipments comply with regulatory, safety, and environmental standards.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with warehouse, production, and purchasing teams to align logistics with operational goals.
• Analyze Delays: Investigate causes of delays and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and prevent future issues.
• Negotiate Timelines: Work with carriers and suppliers to expedite urgent shipments while managing costs.
• Report Progress: Provide updates and reports on expedited shipments and logistics performance to management.
• Coordinate inbound shipments of raw materials and components to meet production schedules
• Analyze inbound logistics data to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
• Negotiate with carriers to secure cost-effective transportation solutions

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities

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Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, or related field
• 0-2years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or inbound operation
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and negotiation skills for working with suppliers and internal teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for inbound logistics is a plus
• Certifications such as APICS or CSCMP are an advantage
• Microsoft Office and ERP knowledge and skills is a plus
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written with the ability to communicate with people at all levels and from diverse cultures
• Ability to analyze problems and recommend and implement solutions
• Proactive, with a strong sense of urgency, tenacity and ownership
• Ability to cultivate, understand and anticipate the needs of the customer/stakeholder and to provide effective solutions
• Capable of challenging existing practices, processes and systems to deliver improvements to benefit the business
• Possess a strong collaborative approach

Additional Information

Salary and Benefits

The hourly rate is $28- $32/hour. The range is determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, work experience and job knowledge, complexity of the role, job location, etc. The Recruiter can share more details about the specific hourly rate during the interview process.

Must Have

• Must have US work authorization.
• Indefinite U.S work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including /Veterans.