Logistics Planner

A growing consumer goods company are seeking an experienced logistics and supply chain planner to join their team. The company are expanding internationally, and this role will be responsible for all the freight and logistics management globally. You will liaise with an international supplier base and work on optimising transport routes, streamlining shipment processes and managing inventory across warehouses.

This company are utilising AI to streamline processes and tasks, and they are looking for an individual who has experience in process improvements and a desire to utilise AI in their role as well.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage international freight operations, coordinating the movement of goods from overseas suppliers into warehouse locations
• Build and maintain effective relationships with global logistics providers and hauliers, acting as the key contact for day-to-day queries
• Track and evaluate logistics performance, using KPIs, reporting and data analysis to identify improvements
• Maintain accurate supply chain records across stock, shipments and delivery schedules
• Support supplier and warehouse operations, coordinating order fulfilment, managing supply disruptions and monitoring inbound stock
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes through AI, automation and continuous improvement.

Experience required

• Experience in freight management / logistics, ideally within the consumer goods / FMCG industry
• A good level of Excel and a desire to utilise AI and other automation platforms to streamline processes
• Excellent communicator, team player and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders