Logistics Coordinator - Wheatley, United Kingdom - Parke Lane People

Parke Lane People

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Wheatley, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Category:

Logistics**
Job Type:Hybrid**
Job Location:Wheatley**
Job Salary:£25k - £30k**Our client, a growing company in FMCG, is seeking a logistics coordinator to join their team on a fixed term contract for 12 months.

Responsibilities will include:

Arranging and participating fully in regular meetings with key stakeholders
Coordinate freight forwarder allocation with Planning team for weekly orders
Maintain Supply Chain function fully informed of any issues that might impact logistics performance either in origin countries or in UK
Raising of Purchase Orders and Stock Transfer Orders on behalf of Planning team
Weekly / Monthly KPI generation and scorecard update for department
Ensure all necessary reports are up to date and in the correct format to interface into bespoke planning system
Maintain electronic database of shipping documents and deal with all related queries
Support Logistics Manager in resolving queries around import/export clearance issues including excise/tariff enquiries
Track dispatch and in transit progress of orders placed and highlight nonconformance for late dispatch or extended transit time
Liaison with Planning, freight forwarders and warehouse around inbound container bookings
Monitor, report and support Logistics Manager in mitigating any upcoming demurrage costs
Track and investigate returns and raise claims for lost or damaged product
Provide cover for Logistics Manager when required

Previous logistics experience is desirable but not essential.

After initial training, this role is offered on a hybrid basis with 1 day per week in the office, working from home the rest of the week.