At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate logistics for furniture and fabrics, ensuring timely deliveries and excellent customer service.
- Company: Soane Britain, a leader in British manufacturing of high-quality furniture and design.
- Benefits: Join a passionate team with opportunities for growth and a commitment to craftsmanship.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with a focus on teamwork and creativity.
- Why this job: Be part of a small, dynamic team making a real impact in the design world.
- Qualifications: 2-3 years in logistics or admin, strong attention to detail, and great communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are looking for a full-time, office-based Logistics Coordinator with around 2-3 years’ experience to join our exceptional team. Key responsibilities will be liaising with FedEx and other couriers and completing the relevant documentation to ensure our clients’ orders are delivered on time. Working with the rest of the warehouse team, you will also be involved with other ad hoc logistics tasks including managing deliveries to our showrooms and preparing for photoshoots.
Purpose of the Position: The Logistics Coordinator will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless movement and delivery of Soane Britain pieces to our valued customers and supporting other departments in efficiently managing ad hoc tasks. This role is suitable for someone with an eye for detail and the ability to achieve the excellent standards for which Soane Britain is well known. Due to the nature of the small team at the warehouse, the role will require a can-do attitude, and the candidate must not be afraid to get stuck in with the task at hand, be enthusiastic and self-motivated.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinating end-to-end process of fulfilling furniture, lighting, fabric and wallpaper client orders, ensuring accurate and timely delivery.
- Issuing and filing export documentation to comply with export rules and regulations and avoid customs delays.
- Liaising with customers to provide shipping costs and considerations, shipment updates and resolve any delivery-related issues with a high level of professionalism and courtesy.
- Managing ad hoc courier bookings process required by the wider team for internal and external deliveries and maintaining meticulous inventory records of stock movements.
- Ensuring that all items are handled and stored in a manner that preserves their pristine condition and adheres to industry’s best practices.
- Collaborating with team members to plan and optimize delivery routes and reduce shipping costs while maintaining the utmost care for delicate items.
- Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and logistics partners.
- Ensuring logistics costs are signed off correctly to achieve P&L goals.
- Assisting in the warehouse at busy times.
Qualifications for the Position:
- Quick learner with an outstanding attention to detail.
- 2-3 years’ experience in an administrative or logistics role, ideally in furniture or fabrics industry.
- Excellent IT, Excel and communication skills.
- Knowledge of SAP Business One an advantage.
- Ability to work effectively in a small team and adapt to changing priorities.
Logistics Coordinator employer: Soane Britain
Soane Britain is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant City of Westminster, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, the company provides ample opportunities for professional advancement while maintaining a positive workplace culture that values each team member's contributions. Joining Soane means being part of a supportive team dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for both employees and clients alike.
