Average Logistics salary in East Midlands

JOB TITLE: Senior Logistics Specialist DEPARTMENT: Logistics REPORTING TO: Head of Logistics ABOUT CDW CDW is a leading technology solutions provider to business, government, education and healthcare organisations in the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States. We supply technology in workplaces of more than 250,000 companies: from start-ups to international conglomerates. With the breadth of products and services we offer, there is no request too big or too small. At CDW, you’ll work with people who inspire you. People with positive, success-driven attitudes who you will learn from and forge strong relationships with. Bring your best true self—and your best ideas—to CDW. JOB SUMMARY CDW have a permanent position available for a Senior Logistics Specialist to work as part of our Logistics Function, working alongside customers, partners and other Logistics & compliance professionals. You will be front and centre for CDW to deliver to over 170 countries. You will work alongside a team of Logistics professionals, leading projects, communication to senior stakeholders, escalations, advising, RCA (Root Cause Analysis) management and process improvements. You will support theday-to-daymanagement of courier relationships, and 3PL partners that CDW use globally to deliver to over 170 countries.Identifyingareas of cost saving, and improvements using analytical data. You will help manage the efficient and economical movements of goods both domestically, and across international borders in accordance with organisational policies and in compliance with relevant local, country, and international customs laws. Given the nature of our work we can have regular changes affecting any of the destinations we ship to and as such you will work alongside our Trade Compliance team to update internal documentation and databases as requirements change. Helping to execute on Trade Compliant processes, aligning to domestic and international trade rules, regulations, and laws. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Identify, research, evaluate, summarise, and communicate on potential logistics risksCarry out & log operational improvements identified during escalations, complaints, issues or risksProject lead large customer rollouts and internal logistics led projectsBe the first point of contact for a team of logistics professionalsProduce, manage and improve the departments KPIsAssist in the day to day management of all couriers & 3PL partnersProduce, manage & own the logistics R & I log, keeping stakeholders updated with progressAttend customer meetings to represent the Logistics function for solutions, projects andescalationsFull ownership of dangerous goods compliance across all global entities reporting into the UK businessIdentify & drive continual improvement & align colleagues with any changesWorking with external partners to provide Air, Road, Sea & Courier servicesHandling export & import enquiries and entriesMaintaining and improving the departments technology solutionsIdentify training needs for wider team members SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Advantageous to have experience within IT Industry & within a logistics functionAdvantageousto have experience with Trade & Compliance ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES Demonstrated experience within an International Logistics roleDangerous goods compliance experience (CDW will provide training where required)People focussed with an ability to relate and build strong relationshipsQuality focused with excellent attention to detailMethodical & analytically mindedExceptional problem solving skills & results drivenExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and be able to communicate with logistical & non-logistical audiences in a confident, positive & enthusiastic manner at all timesTolerant and dependable under pressureAble to demonstrate adaptability in response to changing needs, priorities & deadlinesPassionate about your work and making a differenceQuality focused with excellent attention to detailMethodical & analytically mindedExperience and ability to develop and build relationships with a range of stakeholders CUSTOMER FOCUS AND WAYS OF WORKING Each coworker is accountable for their actions and is required to exercise good judgement in everything they do. Part of that responsibility includes ensuring that you understand and live up to the values and standards we set for ourselves in the CDW Way, the CDW Way Code (our code of ethics and business conduct), the Information Management System (IMS), and all other policies and procedures relevant to your role.Each coworker has a responsibility to ask questions when they are unsure of CDW’s values,standardsand policies, and to take action if they believe someone else is not acting consistently with those values, standards and policies.Each coworker is responsible for maintaining customer focus and for periodically reviewing the Circle of Service Philosophy and the Quality Policy to understand CDW’s commitment to excellent client service and continual improvement. Coworkers must report any customer problems, feedback, service outages, and service improvement suggestions to management.Each coworker is required to comply with CDW’s policies relating to Information Security and Data protection, specifically to: Protect all information assets from unauthorised access, disclosure, modification, destruction & interferenceTreat the security of all information assets according to their designated information security classificationEnsure that they only access information assets that they are authorised to do so.Adhere to the procedure for reporting any security weakness or eventCommit to, and participate in, personal development of information security awareness & knowledgeComply with all laws and contractual obligations regarding the protection of data

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 QuotationsMonitor bookings pre-shipmentObtain sailing confirmation from carrier, monitor post-shipment, ensure correct documentation in placeUpdate systems when delay identifiedPrint shipment documentationBook transportation of goodsEnsure all required documentation completedTrack through to deliveryRaise non-conformancesTraining will be given in the customer service and Procurement team to help where required. Qualifications & Experience Essential: High level of accuracy and attention to detailExcellent verbal and written communicationThe ability to solve problems and work well under pressureStrong organisational skillsAble to multitaskExcellent IT skillsExcellent telephone mannerSelf-motivatedAble to work as part of a team Desirable: Previous transportation/logistics/haulage experienceKnowledge of current shipping law/legal requirementsExperienced in Export documentation Hours of Work: 8.45am - 5pm Monday to Friday Salary: £23-28k dependent on experience

Job Description Location: Rochdale Salary: £23,700 p/a Consultant: Sadie Fielden Are you an experienced Logistics/ Transport Administrator and looking for a new role? If so, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities Coordinate and monitor the end-to-end logistics process, including transportation, warehousing, and distributionManage and update shipping and inventory databases. Liaise with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of goodTrack shipments and communicate updates to relevant stakeholdersGenerate reports on logistics performance and present findings to managementAssist in optimizing supply chain processes for cost-effectiveness and efficiencyResolve any logistics-related issues or discrepancies in a timely mannerStay informed about industry trends, regulations, and best practices Requirements and Skills Proven experience in logistics administration, supply chain management, or a related fieldStrong organizational and multi-tasking abilitiesExcellent communication skills - verbal and writtenExperienced in Microsoft Office Suite and logistics softwareStrong administration skills