Experienced Logistics Administrator required for a fresh produce importer based in Warwick (office and home working will be considered for this role), to provide logistics and admin support to a small office based team.
As a Logistics Administrator, you will ideally will have 2+ years’ experience in a logistics role (International transport experience / Sea freight import procedures / customs clearances, etc.) and also foreign language skills are a significant advantage, mainly French and Spanish. You should be a motivated, committed person with excellent communication skills, able to prioritise and respond quickly in an often rapidly changing environment and happy to work as part of a small team. A conscientious person who takes pride in their work and enjoys contributing in a positive way towards a common team effort.
The successful Logistics Administrator will be offered a salary of £22-26k depending on experience.
Duties of the Logistics Administrator:
- Tracking inbound and outbound product flows & vessel / vehicle arrivals
- Assisting with transport planning requirements on inbound and outbound cargo
- Coordinating with international and national clients & suppliers
- Processing purchase and sales orders onto the company’s system
- Planning UK & International transport according to customer orders
- Handling import administration procedures such as customs clearance advices and processing shipping documentation
- Posting invoices and handling queries with suppliers and customers
- Contacting hauliers to ensure collections and deliveries are made on time
- Maintaining and controlling stock levels
Other requirements for the Logistics Administrator role:
- Good computer skills particularly MS Excel and experience of Sage / SAP / similar systems an advantage
- Good numeracy skills and attention to detail
- Reliable and able to work in an organized, efficient manner with minimal supervision
- Willing to support the team with general administrative duties and cover for other support roles
- Ability to meet deadlines with excellent planning and control
- Versatile team worker
- Maintain a positive approach under pressure
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