Job description
Title: Logistics Coordinator
Location: Stowmarket
Salary: £17.50 - £18.50 per hour
Employment Type: 3-month contract
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Logistics Coordinator on behalf of our esteemed client based in Stowmarket, UK. This pivotal role focuses on coordinating the transportation of finished products, resolving delivery issues, and ensuring operations are both cost-effective and timely. The ideal candidate will excel in a dynamic environment, demonstrating the ability to streamline communication between various departments and external partners.
Responsibilities:
- Planning and scheduling shipments to meet customer delivery requirements and production schedules.
- Coordinating daily shipments from the site to the warehouse.
- Managing internal movements of finished goods to international locations using SAP.
- Maintaining open lines of communication with production, planning, administrative, and laboratory departments to ensure coordinated activities.
- Updating and managing logs and spreadsheets, ensuring timely information on shipment progress.
- Overseeing on-time delivery reports and addressing any customer complaints or concerns.
- Liaising with shipping lines, forwarding agents, customs authorities, and transport companies.
- Monitoring toll requirements and managing material releases.
- Undertaking additional duties as necessary to support the logistics team.
Candidate Requirements:
- An NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
- A minimum of three years' experience in production planning or shipping administration.
- Proficiency in English and excellent communication skills.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills is essential.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with SAP logistics systems is highly advantageous.
Why This Role?
Our client offers a supportive and dynamic work environment where your contributions significantly impact the logistics operations. This role presents an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a company committed to employee well-being and work-life balance.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- The role is primarily office-based, with occasional requirements to work in the manufacturing plant setting.
- The position may involve lifting objects up to 25 pounds.
- Adherence to safety standards and the use of personal protective equipment in certain settings is required.
- Our client promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment in compliance with UK laws.
Application Process:
If you're looking to advance your logistics career with a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Our client are looking to hire ASAP so please apply today!
We are committed to equality of opportunity, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.