Logistics Team Leader

Portfolio Procurement; Essex; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based logistics company is seeking an experienced logistics professional to manage transportation, customs documentation, and team supervision. The ideal candidate will possess several years of experience in supply chain management across UK, EU, and international markets. Strong organizational and communication skills, along with proficiency in logistics software and ERP systems like SAP, are essential. This role offers an array of benefits including health care and life assurance.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Healthcare

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in logistics or supply chain management.
• Experience in international markets, including customs procedures.
• Team supervision or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support customer service and logistics teams with day-to-day issues.
• Manage customs documentation and procedures for shipments.
• Coordinate transportation of goods across markets.

Skills

Logistics management

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Education

Degree education

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the customer service and logistics teams with day-to-day issues.
• Manage leave, employee performance in line with company procedures, providing regular feedback and bi-annual reviews.
• Coordinate and execute transportation of goods within the UK, EU, and international markets, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Manage customs documentation and procedures for international shipments, including import/export declarations and excise goods compliance.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, transport providers, and customs agents, to facilitate smooth clearance and delivery processes of inbound and outbound goods.
• Perform accurate billing and month end invoicing processes, including resolving demurrage claims.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as sales, finance, and planning/distribution, to coordinate OTC activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Become a recognised source of expertise with HCUK platforms and reporting. Comply with company policies and processes and procedures including but not limited to ISO9001, 14001 and 18001

Qualifications and Experience

• Several years of previous experience in logistics, or supply chain management, preferably involving UK, EU, and international markets.
• Degree education preferred.
• Team supervision / management experience.
• Knowledge of customs procedures, excise regulations, and international shipping requirements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with customs agents, freight providers, and internal teams.
• Use of SAP or similar ERP system preferable
• Proficiency in logistics software and MS Office suite.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience of inventory management in third party locations

This role comes with a vast array of benefits, including Life Assurance, Healthcare, contributory pension scheme plus much more.