Logistics Support Specialist, based Leeds 12

Avnet; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global distributor, Avnet, is seeking a Logistics Support Specialist in Leeds. This hybrid role is pivotal in supporting logistics operations, dealing with data analytics, and ensuring performance standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics and be proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free onsite parking

Gym access

Flexible remote working

Cycle to Work Scheme

Recognition and reward schemes

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of transport markets (parcel, express, freight).
• Several years experience in logistics and freight management.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using online logistic portals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor domestic and international shipments.
• Develop optimization options to manage freight costs.
• Provide analytical reporting to support logistics performance.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Logistics terminology

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Farnell

Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Support Specialist to join our team in Leeds 12 (West Yorkshire). This is a flexible, hybrid-working role, offering a great balance between working from home and the office!

This is a key role within the logistics team, providing vital support to the Freight Manager and wider logistics operations. With a passion for detail, strong administrative skills, and proficiency with Microsoft systems, especially Excel your role will include supporting other teams with analytics and reporting related to logistics performance in addition to:

• Ensuring carriers meet performance standards (KPIs)
• Helping to progress logistics projects
• Maintaining accurate data and records across the EMEA regionAs a subject matter expert, the Logistics Support Specialist helps ensure that shipments will be managed the correct way, in time, expected quality and meet the necessary service requirements.

What’s in It for You? Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits:

• A welcoming, collaborative team environment
• Open and approachable management culture
• Tools and opportunities to support career development
• Pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase additional leave)
• Free onsite parking and gym access
• Flexible remote working
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Recognition and reward schemes

We're looking for someone with:

• In-depth knowledge of international and local transport markets, mainly in the parcel and express sectors as well as the freight markets (Road/Air/Sea)
• Several years of professional experience in logistics, freight management, customer management and offer processing, ideally in the distribution environment
• Cost consciousness
• Understanding fast pace logistic environments within courier logistics
• Good understanding of online logistic portals (such as: UPS, DHL, FedEx)
• Proactive approach with heavy data analysis finding root causes within day to day logistic activities
• Understanding of logistics terminology and processes
• Strong data analysis skills, especially using Excel
• Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Confidence in interpreting policies and choosing the best course of action
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment and discretion

What will you be doing:

• Monitor domestic and international shipments
• Development of optimization options to control and reduce freight cost
• Provide reporting to support financial decisions and demonstrate cost control
• Contact person of local and central service providers as well as internal customers and related departments involved in the shipping process
• Organization of special transports
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes and performance metrics
• Keep records—both digital and physical—updated and accurate
• Carry out additional duties as required
• If you're detail-oriented, organised, and excited to be part of a dynamic logistics team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career!

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – [e-mail] , Asia applicants - [e-mail] , EMEA applicants - [e-mail] .

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