Temporary Logistics Coordinator

At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD. Company Overview With over 70 years\’ experience in the UK, TÜV SÜD provides testing, product certification, knowledge services and training to a range of industries covering the Aerospace, Defence, Electronics & Consumer, Machinery, Marine, Medical, Rail and Telecommunications sectors. TÜV SÜD is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the right people. We recruit people with a positive and flexible attitude who recognise the importance of continuous improvement and their own personal development.We are now looking for a Logistics Coordinator to join the team on a temporary basis. This is a multi disciplined support role in the Stores and Operations team, assisting in delivering services to our Operations colleagues. Duties and Responsibilities: * To provide administrative cover for the warehouse stores and material control process at Octagon House, including the booking in, shipping and tracking of customer samples. * Help with the receipt of goods items and associated housekeeping of stores at Octagon House as required. * To provide front-of-house reception cover during periods of absence – greet customers, assist with the booking in process and to contact and inform the relevant hosts of visitor arrival. * General computer-based administration. * General routine fire alarm, security and facilities safety duties as required. * Handling of (sometimes) heavy and delicate equipment/items * Regular stock takes of storeroom and department areas * Assisting engineers/technicians with stock-related issues (locating equipment etc) * Collating equipment when needed by others (Calibration, Bearley) * Keeping track of test equipment via business systems and logbooks * Help maintain equipment (cleaning, checking for damage/faults) * Ensuring supplies are kept up to suitable levels (connectors, cables, cleaning products, etc.) * Supporting test equipment going to and from Calibration Essential Criteria: * Previous experience working within a stores, goods in/out or logistics environment * Ability to work as part of a team under varying levels of service delivery pressure * Clear and professional communication skills to liaise with customers, drivers, suppliers, internal teams, and couriers. * Common sense and ability to use initiative * Proficient use of IT * Competence in safe manual handling techniques and willingness to undertake physical tasks such as lifting, moving, and palletising goods * Problem‑solving mindset when dealing with missing items, incorrect deliveries, or urgent dispatch needs. Desirable Criteria: * Recent customer service experience, with the ability to provide customer focused solutions * Forklift License Further Information: TÜV SÜD in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (for full-time employees, including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan and a non-contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme. We also offer various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes (buying/selling holiday, cycle to work scheme, pensions), incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services). Dependent on their role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent home-working, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance. At TÜV SÜD, we have employees from more than 100 different countries collaborating together. People of different backgrounds, skills, and pursuing different life goals. Our strength comes from these countless and varied perspectives. We are committed to be an inclusive and diverse workplace by welcoming people of all backgrounds. We want Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) to be a foundation of our company and create an environment where all our employees can trust they will be treated with respect, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic background, faith, beliefs, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, or identity. As such, our employees are expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with TÜV SÜD Code of Ethics and Company values. We firmly believe embedding D&I in the heart of what we do will inherently contribute to the success of TÜV SÜD. Click here to find out more about Diversity at TÜV SÜD