Manufacturing and support services business within the defence and security sector require a Logistics & Supply Chain Coordinator. Applicants need experience within a logistics, warehouse, despatch or shipping orientated role.
Specific duties of the Logistics & Supply Chain Coordinator include:
- Organise the movement of Airfreight, Sea Freight, Road, and Courier shipments for current and future Projects.
- Coordinate with the Warehouse Coordinator to ensure that goods receiving, defect handling, picking & packing, dispatch, and hazardous packaging are managed effectively in the OQ Warehouse.
- Analyse and summarise Supplier performance data in line with established metric requirements for the Supply Chain function.
- Ensure all relevant export documentation, including packing lists and shipping invoices, are correctly raised.
- Liaise with freight forwarders to obtain quotations for packing and transport activities worldwide.
- Negotiate with new & existing freight forwarders to secure the best quality and value for money.
- Maintain communication with project managers to ensure shipping and transport activities meet project-specific contracts and programmes.
- Raise requisitions and Purchase Orders for logistical needs.
- Assist in maintaining accurate Stock Inventory on Costpoint.
- Lead on the procedure to regain Known Consignor status.
- Improve the efficiency of the department to ensure materials arrive in good condition, on time, and presented correctly.
Logistics & Supply Chain Coordinator applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Experience within a logistics, shipping, warehouse or despatch environment
- Freight Forwarder liaison experience
- Knowledge of import, export and shipping processes
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to solve problems and make decisions.