Logistics Administrator - Aberdeen, United Kingdom - Reed Business Support

Reed Business Support

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are currently looking for an experienced Logistics Administrator to join our busy Aberdeen team. Competitive salary is on offer, along with great employee benefits and career progression opportunities. We are particularly interested to speak with professionalswho have used C2C software previously.

Job Description:

- investigating and planning the most appropriate route for a shipment, taking into account the perishable or hazardous nature of goods, cost, transit time and security
- arranging appropriate packing, taking into account the climate, terrain, weight, cost and nature of goods and also the delivery and warehousing of goods at their final destination
- obtaining, checking and preparing documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with other countries' regulations and fiscal regimes
- offering consolidation services by air, sea and road, ensuring cost-effective and secure solutions to small shippers who have insufficient cargo to require their own dedicated units
- arranging insurance and assisting the client in the event of a claim
- arranging payment of freight and other charges or collection of payment on behalf of the client
- utilising e-commerce, internet technology and satellite systems to enable real-time tracking of goods
- arranging courier and specialist hand-carry services
- maintaining communication and control through all phases of the journey, including the production of management reports and statistical and unit-cost analysis
- maintaining current knowledge of relevant legislation, political situations and other factors that could affect the movement of freight.