Logistics Support Officer

Flyttr; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Flyttr in the United Kingdom is seeking a part-time Logistics Support Officer to manage equipment, consumables and field programme supplies. The role links field operations with the UK procurement function, coordinating receipt, packing and international shipments.

You will forecast stock, optimise lead times, and explore regional sourcing options while maintaining accurate records and collaborating with international teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, procurement, or a related operational role.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key logistics contact for international field teams, supporting the management of equipment, consumables and operational supplies.

Skills

Logistics management

Procurement

Supply chain

Documentation

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

Record keeping

Shipping processes

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

About Us

We are a team of passionate individuals from 15 countries developing the world’s first biosecurity platform built to combat critical pest threats to human health, food security and the environment.

With a deep commitment to trust, integrity and collaboration, Flyttr has become the trusted partner of governments, industries, philanthropies and communities seeking to make bold advancements on the biggest pest threats of our time. We work with urgency because lives and livelihoods depend on it. Successful candidates will find Flyttr to be an exhilarating place to do their best work and will find that every person at Flyttr plays a critical role in a dynamic, exciting, team-oriented culture.

Purpose of the Job

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Logistics Support Officer to support the effective management and supply of equipment, consumables and materials to Flyttr’s international field programmes.

The role will work closely with field teams to understand their current and future supply requirements, maintain visibility of stock and coordinate the movement of supplies from Flyttr’s UK operations to international field sites.

Working as a key link between field operations and the UK ordering and procurement function, the role will coordinate the receipt, consolidation, storage, preparation, packing and international shipment of supplies. The post holder will also work with colleagues across Flyttr to improve the central management of supplies in the UK, identifying opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce duplication and optimise shipping.

An important part of the role will be to assess regional and local sourcing options for consumables required by field programmes. This will involve working with field teams to understand availability, cost, quality and lead times, and comparing regional procurement with purchasing centrally in the UK and shipping internationally.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys making things happen, building effective relationships with international teams, solving practical problems and managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Excellent organisation, attention to detail and a proactive approach are essential.

Responsibilities

Field Supply & Stock Management

• Act as a key logistics contact for international field teams, supporting the management of equipment, consumables and operational supplies.
• Work with field teams to understand current stock levels, forecast requirements and identify potential shortages or supply risks.
• Coordinate and consolidate supply requirements, ensuring appropriate lead times for procurement and delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of centrally held and field-based stock.
• Support the development of effective stock‑management and forecasting processes.
• Work closely with the UK ordering/procurement team to ensure field requirements are ordered in a timely and coordinated manner.

International Logistics

• Coordinate the preparation, packing and dispatch of supplies from the UK to international field sites.
• Prepare packing lists, customs documentation and other shipping documentation as required.
• Coordinate freight forwarders, couriers and customs agents and track shipments through to delivery.
• Work with teams to ensure shipments are appropriately timed and successfully received.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, costs, delivery times and logistics issues.

Regional Supply & Cost Optimisation

• Work with field teams to identify consumables and other supplies that could be sourced locally or regionally.
• Research and maintain an understanding of relevant suppliers and supply options in field locations.
• Compare the cost, availability, quality, lead time and reliability of regional sourcing against UK procurement and international shipping.
• Support the development of reliable and cost-effective regional supply arrangements where appropriate.

Supply Chain Improvement

• Support the development of a more coordinated and efficient central supply model across Flyttr's programmes.
• Identify opportunities to improve stock visibility, standardise commonly used supplies, and reduce duplication.
• Analyse purchasing, stock and shipping data to identify cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Skills, Experience, and Education Requirements

• Experience in logistics, procurement, supply chain or a related operational role.
• Experience preparing shipping and customs documentation.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Experience working with suppliers and service providers.
• Understanding of international shipping processes.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving and record‑keeping skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Practical, hands‑on approach to receiving and preparing shipments.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across international teams.

• Experience in an international, multi‑country or regulated environment.
• Familiarity with procurement or inventory systems.

Behavioural Requirements

• Committed to and passionate about the Flyttr mission and values.
• Responsive to the needs of an international business working across different time zones, adapting working patterns in‑line with business requirements.
• Positive, humble, co‑operative, and professional always.
• Work with a sense of urgency and solve things promptly.
• Resilient and persistent in an innovative and constantly changing environment.

Please note that this is a part‑time, fixed‑term role working 20 hours per week until 30th June 2028.

Flyttr is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.