Our client, a leading global logistics specialist that operate 24/7 and display a constant commitment to providing their customers with fast, cost effective and reliable solutions are looking to recruit a French Speaking, Logistics Coordinator to based within offices near Dover, Kent.
**Experience of the supply chain and logistics industry isn't necessary for this role as full training will be on offer.
On Offer:
- An exciting opportunity to join a well-respected logistics & freight forwarding specialist with great potential for future growth
- Supported by a high calibre team
- Salary up to £28K
- Bonus scheme on completion of probation
- Monday to Friday working pattern with 9 hour rotational day shifts
- Perk box discount platform and EAP
- Pension Scheme
- 22 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays
- Death in service 3 x salary on completion of probation
Main Purpose of the Role:
Reporting to the Team Leader, to plan and manage time-critical logistics solutions throughout Europe and Worldwide, operating within strict time constraints and ensuring all schedules and deadlines are met.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the team leader to ensure best practice
- Have a good understanding of European driving regulations and bans, and the impact they may have on transport planning
- Escalate delays in transport and identify problems to the team leader, providing options for a resolution to allow effective communication with the client
- Work closely with the supplier management team to highlight any gaps in carrier coverage and maintain excellent relationships with the companies carriers
- Ensure carrier non-conformances are recorded and escalated as per the agreed quality process.
- To provide responsive service solutions
- Vehicle sourcing and planning
- Rate negotiation
- Shipment management through our bespoke transport management system
To Be Considered:
- Be fluent in French, verbally and written
- A keen interest in pursuing a career within the Supply Chain & Logistics industry
- Excellent customer service skills
- IT proficient
For more details, contact Willis Global -a leading RecruitmentConsultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry