Transport Logistics Coordinator - Newton Aycliffe
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Location
Newton Aycliffe
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£219.68 per day
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Contact:
Thomas Kellogg
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Contact email:
thomas.kellogg@txmrecruit.co.uk
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Contact phone:
1332974922
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Job ref:
BH-30952
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Published:
over 1 year ago
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Expiry date:
2022-08-21
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Startdate:
2022-07-21
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Consultant:
ConsultantDrop
This position contributes to organisational success by:
- The making of all the required bookings in support of the business by all relevant modes including Road, Rail, Air and Short Sea Crossings
- Quote analysis / choosing best cost/ service solutions
- The provision of correct customs instructions to designated customs agents
- Documentation control (checking commercial invoices for required data)
- Documentation collation & filing (digital)
- The support of operational and line management to ensure smooth and accurate operational delivery of logistics services
- The support of stakeholders within and without the business in the smooth delivery of logistics services
- Maintenance support of bookings database and allocation of correct PO coverage to the relevant services according to the correct project allocation
- Service selection and where necessary justification in support of operational logistics requirements
- Adhere to company and functional policies and procedures
- A self-starter able to manage independently in a time pressured and challenging environment
- Good time management skills: managing priorities and adherence to deadlines
- Able to negotiate service delivery and making suitable arrangements directly with supply chain and logistics providers
- Appreciation of cost saving methodologies and logistics optimisation
- Good commercial acumen and data presentation skills with an ability to support, influence and persuade stakeholders
- Good working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft office packages
- Educated to an appropriate level or experience.
- Experience in transport logistics, especially in international road-freight
- Strong work ethic, highly motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
- Builds effective relationships collaborating at all levels underpinned by openness, honesty & respect
- Takes commitment seriously and does what they say they will do whilst holding others to account
- Desire to understand working with different business cultures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrates perseverance, patience and commitment
- Good organisation/time management
- Enjoys challenges and problem solving
- Highly organised and methodical
