Logistics Administrator

Our well-established client in Leek is looking for an experienced Logistics Administrator to join them, on a permanent basis. The main purpose of the role is to organise road, sea and air freight transportation to ensure finished products are delivered to customers in a timely fashion. You will be expected to maintain excellent delivery service levels and ensure a right first-time attitude to all deliveries and transportation requirements.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Preparation and collation of all necessary paperwork for each movement to adhere to international legal requirements e.g. export licenses/permits/customs clearance/bills of lading/insurance etc.
• Liaise daily with Customers and Freight Forwarders regarding shipments.
• Obtain Quotations
• Monitor bookings pre-shipment
• Obtain sailing confirmation from carrier, monitor post-shipment, ensure correct documentation in place
• Update systems when delay identified
• Print shipment documentation
• Book transportation of goods
• Ensure all required documentation completed
• Track through to delivery
• Raise non-conformances
• Training will be given in the customer service and Procurement team to help where required.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• The ability to solve problems and work well under pressure
• Strong organisational skills
• Able to multitask
• Excellent IT skills
• Excellent telephone manner
• Self-motivated
• Able to work as part of a team

Desirable:

• Previous transportation/logistics/haulage experience
• Knowledge of current shipping law/legal requirements
• Experienced in Export documentation

Hours of Work: 8.45am - 5pm Monday to Friday

Salary: £23-28k dependent on experience