Commercial Logistics Specialist - Paisley, United Kingdom - Anderson Knight

Anderson Knight
Anderson Knight
Verified Company
Paisley, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter
Description
Anderson Knight is recruiting for a Commercial Logistics Specialist for our well-known client, based in Glasgow.

This role is working 40hrs per week. Typically, you will be working Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:00.

The role is to to maximise on and develop sales from customers through regular contact, quotation management and telesales.


Main duties and responsibilities are:


  • To maximise on and develop sales from new and existing customers through regular contact and activity.
  • To drive new business through telesales activity.
  • Gaining a clear understanding of customers business requirements
  • Handling customer and overseas agent sales enquiries
  • Making accurate, rapid cost calculations, and providing customers with quotations.
  • Obtaining feedback on all quotes issued and reporting on quotes won, lost and pending.
  • Negotiating on sales and costs.
  • Accountable for achieving the profit margins set out in the company guidelines.
  • Obtaining rates from FCL approved suppliers
  • Plan for freight movement with approved road, sea and air carriers.
  • Checking all supplier confirmations meet with information supplied from customer.
  • Issuing all documentation in line with shipper / consignee instructions including meeting Letter of Credit requirements.
  • Liaising with overseas agents in relation to shipment bookings, schedules and milestones updates as appropriate.
  • Full consignment monitoring and reporting.
  • Ensuring that the Exporter / Importer has complied with all UK and foreign rules and standards concerning packaging and shipping.
  • Recording and reviewing KPI data with customers and management.

Key attributes and skills:


  • Extensive administration knowledge on Excel and Microsoft packages.
  • Similar experience in exports and imports.
  • Strong time management.
  • Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong commercial awareness.
  • A confident and determined approach.
  • A high degree of selfmotivation and drive.
  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent organization and problem solving skills.
  • The ability to prioritize and successfully manage deadlines.
  • Excellent attention to detail and general work accuracy.
  • Knowledge of administration policies, systems and procedures.
  • Understanding of relevant legislation.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
£30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year


Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
NM01
More jobs from Anderson Knight
See all jobs of Anderson Knight