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Logistics Coordinator

Stafford, UK
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Company: REED

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, Inc benefits

NEW OPPORTUNITY with an IMMEDIATE START!

Are you an organised, detail-focused logistics professional with experience in import/export operations? We’re looking for a proactive Logistics Co-ordinator to join our team on a maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring our products move smoothly across global supply chains while supporting our internal teams and customers.

About the Role

As a Logistics Co-ordinator, you’ll be responsible for planning, arranging and tracking freight shipments while ensuring compliance with international regulations. You’ll work closely with suppliers, carriers, freight forwarders and internal departments to keep goods moving efficiently and in line with business needs and JIT (Just-In-Time) requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate product despatch with the Warehouse team
  • Work with transport carriers to meet agreed delivery dates
  • Raise transport purchase orders and arrange all required transport
  • Communicate with carriers and manage customs clearance
  • Ensure all import/export activity complies with relevant authorities and trade regulations
  • Track despatches and resolve customer delivery queries
  • Maintain accurate documentation and support internal processes

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to choose effective solutions
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • High attention to detail and strong time management
  • Confident user of Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work well with others and collaborate across teams
  • Strong planning skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Customer-focused with strong relationship-building skills
  • Understanding of transport regulations, limitations and compliance
  • Commercial awareness and appreciation of cost, scheduling and fulfilment impact

Experience Required

  • Previous experience in shipping, freight forwarding or logistics
  • Knowledge of import/export procedures, customs regulations and security requirements
  • Experience with ERP systems and customer data systems
  • Understanding of supply chain, inventory, distribution and freight processes
  • Dangerous goods/aviation security certification is highly advantageous

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a similar logistics role

Company Benefits Package additional and the experience of working with a fast growing organisation. 

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