Freight Coordinator - Aberdeen, United Kingdom - Northwards Ltd

Northwards Ltd

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Freight Coordinator
We have an exciting opportunity for a Freight Coordinator to join our logistics team at our Aberdeen depot.

Our Freight Coordinators play a key role in supporting our logistics operations and ensuring exceptional customer service.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Creating and managing bookings in the traffic management system, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
Preparing relevant shipping documentation, including invoices, purchase orders and proof of delivery notes.
Updating the traffic management system with shipment tracking information and maintaining accurate proof of delivery documentation.
Providing excellent customer service by responding to customer enquiries efficiently and professionally.
Communicating and working effectively with colleagues across our internal depot network to provide updates on the movement of freight.
Assisting in resolving any transportation issues that may arise.
Coordinating local vehicle and plant hire.
Using Microsoft Word and Excel for data entry and reporting purposes.
Ensuring efficient operations by adhering to operational procedures, protocols and schedules.
Being the QHSE Focal Point for the Aberdeen depot.
Adhering to company health and safety regulations and standards.

Skills and Requirements:

A basic understanding of distribution planning principles and vehicle capacities
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
Strong problemsolving skills with a proactive approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel)
Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Ability and willingness to learn and adapt to working with new systems
Working knowledge of health and safety practices and principles.

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