Logistics Coordinator

Logistics Coordinator required to join an industry leading door manufacturer located in Kent. They are looking for an individual with a manufacturing background and experience in Import / Export Customs Documentation/Processes.

Logistics Coordinator Position Remuneration

Salary of £32,000 - 40,000 (depending on experience)
Discretionary Bonus (monthly performance)
20 days Holiday entitlement + Bank Holidays (could possibly increase holiday entitlement to 25 days as part of the pay negotiation depending on what's more important to the candidate)
Hours of work 7am - 4pm OR 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday with 1 hour lunch
Lunch provided with a fully provided canteen (food, drink etc)
On-site parking

Logistics Coordinator Position Overview

Plan and coordinate logistics operations liaising with Customers, internal Stakeholders, Suppliers, Logistic providers and Transportation Companies
Manage and co-ordinate logistics including arranging transport, storage, delivery and arrange administration between Suppliers and Customers
Liaise with our internal Project Managers to ensure that Logistics arrangements meet their requirements and expectations
Raise Purchase Orders and allocate these to the correct nominal codes as instructed by the Accounts department
Ensure that all reports and Smart-sheets are updated with accurate information at all times
Respond to both internal and external Customers in a timely manner via telephone and email
Ensure that correct documentation is provided for Export and Custom agencies including import certifications and duty.
Work closely with the Warehouse Team to ensure that orders are complete and ready for shipment
Plan and track shipments of final product according to customer requirements
Assist in the selection of carriers/suppliers and keep all appropriate documentation and service level agreements
Monitor carrier performance and handle performance issues and concerns within capability. Raise any concerns with Senior Management.
Ensure carrier compliance with Company policies and procedures for product transit and delivery
Ensure compliance with import/export regulations/customs regulations and legal and health and safety requirements

Logistics Coordinator Position Requirements

Manufacturing Background
Experience in Import / Export Customs Documentation/Processes (particularly North America; Australia, New Zealand, China)
There is UK internal shipments via a mix of 3rd party providers / DPD etc
Attention to detail very important
Comms between Logistics and Project Managers very importantBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer