Logistics Coordinator

We are looking for a Logistics Coordinator to support our UK operations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience in logistics working for an international trading company with knowledge in metals or chemicals.

The responsibilities of this role include the following:

• Commercial support to the Sales Team
• Purchase Order and Sales Contract creation
• Record all offers, negotiations and follow up on deliveries post order placement
• Review stock availability and plan timely shipments for stock replenishment
• Review final commodity price calculation
• Quarterly order book assessment (with relevant sales teams)
• Manage and monitor credit line exposure / ensure punctual payment collection
• Assist in completing paperwork and shipping documentation (strong knowledge of Bill of Lading, CMR, AWB, Packing Lists)
• Follow-up on deliveries and provide support in checking paperwork for all inbound and outbound orders (import/export formalities paper, custom clearance docs, etc.)
• Help maintain the electronic filing system for administrative documentation
• Interact with third-party logistics service providers
• Communication with warehouse staff and overseas offices to ensure effective inventory management

Education:

• Bachelor or master degree in international trade and administration or equivalent industry experience.

Commercial mindset:

• Effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills in view of the diverse range of people you will work with
• Pro-active
• Problem solving

Supply chain insight:

• Must have thorough knowledge of incoterms, including CIF, DAP, DDP, FOB, etc.
• Knowledge of planning techniques is a plus, geographical knowledge (especially Europe)
• Understanding of logistics and warehouse operations
• Knowledge of national and international shipping documents and transport regulations is a must
• Experience handling UK imports is a strong plus

Computer skills:

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Experience with an ERP-system is a plus

Language skills:

• English mandatory.
• Any other European languages are a plus

Office attendance:

• Minimum 3 days office attendance per week

Candidates should ideally reside within the local area (5 to 10 miles or less of the office location - Weybridge, Surrey). Interested candidates should note that this is a small office environment when submitting their application, where close team work will be key to the success of the daily operation.

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE:

• Importing of physical commodities or chemicals into the UK (post Brexit) ideally metals related