Supply Chain Job - Logistics Planner, EMEA

First People Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in London is seeking a Logistics Planner to manage logistics operations for the EMEA region. The role requires experience in supply chain logistics and strong organizational skills. Candidates should be proficient in Excel and have knowledge of freight shipping processes. This is a hybrid position with 2 days in the office per week, covering maternity leave until February 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in relevant logistics/supply chain role.
• Intermediate level Excel skill minimum, advanced preferable.
• Strong knowledge of Sea & Air Freight shipping processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute inbound & outbound freight & logistics services.
• Organize weekly inbound freight with Freight Forwarder & 3PL teams.
• Maintain & develop existing reports to monitor and track inbound shipments.

Skills

Experience in relevant logistics/supply chain role

Intermediate level Excel skill minimum

Strong knowledge of Sea & Air Freight shipping processes

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisation and time management

Job description

Your New Job Title:Logistics Planner, EMEA

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The Skills You'll Need:Planning, Logistics, Supply Chain
Your New Salary:£35k
Location:Staines/ hybrid - 2 days a week in office
Job status: Maternity Cover FTC until end of February 2026
Start date: ASAP
Working hours: 8.30am - 5.30pm Monday-Friday, 40h per week

Who You'll Be Working for: Leading IT accessories business.

Logistics Planner, EMEA - What You'll be Doing Each Day:
The Logistics Planner is responsible for the co-ordination and execution of inbound & outbound freight & logistics services for the EMEA region as well as tracking and administrative control of Logistics & Operations costs.

• Organisation and coordination of the weekly inbound freight with Freight Forwarder & 3PL teams for Branded & OEM warehouses
• Align weekly with Planning & ATP on Inbound priorities for Branded stock and OEM stock
• Coordinate with freight forwarders and suppliers to ensure accuracy & timeliness of shipping documents
• Maintain & develop existing reports to monitor and track all inbound shipments, intervening promptly and effectively to manage any delays that impact stock availability
• Support the Supply Team to resolve bookings/shipment issues with the Freight Forwarder when necessary
• Find, present and coordinate alternative Inbound transport solutions when necessary
• Manage the VMI outbound order invoicing for OEM customers and associated reporting
• Raise claims for all outbound carrier delivery discrepancies, escalating to insurance if necessary
• Management of day to day of e-commerce activities
• Prepare and present KPI performance reports for Logistics
• Monitor and report sea freight rates for Inbound and Outbound
• Raise PO’s to ensure payment of Operational Suppliers to meet business timelines
• Monitor and track invoices against Logistics budget and ensure communication of forecasted costs to finance for relevant accruals Inventory Management Activities
• Facilitate stock transfers between warehouse as required
• Execute rework activities by agreeing on price and timelines with 3PL
• Arrange stock for rework and bundling

Logistics Planner, EMEA - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:

• Experience in relevant logistics/supply chain role
• Intermediate level Excel skill minimum, advanced preferable
• Strong knowledge of Sea & Air Freight shipping processes & Freight Forward management
• Working knowledge of incoterms, HS Codes and duty rates is desirable.
• Strong organisation, time management and the ability to work to tight deadlines essential
• High initiative, self-motivated team player with insatiable desire for continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills – ability to produce concise detailed reports to a high standard of accuracy
• Highly numerate, analytical & strong attention to detail
• Results focused – Gets things done!
• Great sense of humour and desire to have fun while delivering results

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