Logistics Administrator

Due to a sustained period of growth and business expansion our client is seeking an experienced individual to fulfil the newly created role of Logistics Administrator. The role would suit someone with a solid administrative background who enjoys being able to operate and think independently and who would also benefit from a high level of support from the surrounding team. The ideal candidate will be a confident decision maker that is keen to learn and share knowledge, who is also familiar and comfortable with operating WMS/ERP systems together with strong Excel skills.

Full time, 100% office based - Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.30pm

Responsibilities include:

· Plan shipments based on product availability and customer requests.

· Route plan and schedule ad hoc deliveries on our own vehicle service.

· Handles distribution to ensure that goods are delivered on time.

· Booking in deliveries with customers to ensure optimal delivery arrangements.

· Monitor carrier systems to ensure customers' orders are on track for delivery.

· Maintain and update spreadsheets for customer/company reports.

· Work with recruitment companies to hire drivers as and when required.

· Prepare delivery and dispatch paperwork as required.

· Respond quickly and effectively to customer enquiries through multiple shared inboxes.

· Handle incoming calls from internal and external customers.

Key Skills/Attributes

· Logistics/transport background would be advantageous, but not essential.

· Excellent computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

· Good Geographical knowledge of the UK.

· Confident and professional listening, verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent organisation skills, handling multiple tasks with a sense of pace and urgency.

· Must be able to work effectively in a team environment, remaining calm under pressure.

· Effective time management and problem-solving skills.

Benefits Package

· 21 days holiday plus bank holidays. Increasing to 23 days in second year

· Additional Birthday Holiday

· In house training and support

· Staff discount on purchases

· Refer a Friend Incentive Scheme

Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd, your personal data may be added to our database as part of the application process. Our privacy policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data. Your details will be reviewed by one of our Recruitment Partners and we will contact you again within 5 working days if your application is to be progressed further