Logistics Coordinator

We are working with a leading international manufacturer known for creating specialised ingredients that are essential to everyday products. With a long standing heritage and a commitment to responsible sourcing and innovation, the company plays a key role in global supply chains and offers modern working facilities.

They are seeking a skilled Logistics Coordinator to join their team at their office in Hull on temp basis.

THE ROLE:

Coordinates transportation activities to ensure timely delivery, customer satisfaction and cost control.
Forecasting daily supply demand in assigned shipping mode, tracking freight due for delivery, performing lane analysis and monitoring planned transportation on loads; providing solutions to load capability challenges and constraints.
Monitoring import/export accounts; assisting in the obtaining and preparing all necessary documentations in related logistics business.
Liaise with Hauliers to ensure delivery is effectively coordinated and monitor systems to ensure orders have been dispatched within agreed timescales.
Manage outbound deliveries. Arrange export declarations (if required). Prepare and issue accurate documentation for customer. Arrange import for DDP (if required).
Monitor the loading slots for the bulk and pack loading and manage potential disturbances.
Monitor and review Logistics Service Provider''s KPIs and assist in operational review meetings to support the Logistics Manager.
Log and follow up on Logistics Service Provider related complaints, HSE and food safety incidents, managing claims and associated cost recovery.
Ensuring Logistics Service Provider cost accruals are accurate and control surcharge management.
Co-ordination of stock transfers orders to 3rd party external warehouses, stock accuracy, reconciliation of warehouse invoices.



THE CANDIDATE :

Experience as a Transport/Logistics Coordinator.
Excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy across documentation, scheduling and reporting.
Proven experience in logistics, supply chain or transportation coordination.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments, deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
Good understanding of transport planning and distribution processes.
Ability to work under pressure and resolve issues quickly in a fast paced environment.
Confident communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise with suppliers, drivers and internal teams.
Strong problem solving skills with a proactive, solutions focused approach.
Knowledge of shipping documentation, customs procedures, or import/export processes (desirable).
Team player with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

THE CONSULTANCY:

Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.