Logistics Coordinator 1 year Fixed term
Job Summary
Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.
A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful inclusive and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but dont meet every bullet point we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
We are looking for a new Logistics Coordinator - 1 year Fixed term employee to be based in Kendal.
Summary:
The Logistics Coordinator will be responsible for providing efficient administrative and clerical support mainly to the UK dispatch process but also on occasion for import/export processes for all Anord Mardix
UK sites. The role requires close collaboration with multiple internal stakeholders (Production Planning Projects Procurement and Sales) and external parties including Clients Freight Forwarders and Customs Agents.
What a typical day looks like:
- Manage and control all outbound and inbound deliveries
- Ensure the accuracy of all shipping documentation including delivery notes commercial invoices Chamber of Commerce export documents dangerous goods paperwork and load plans are raised accurately
- Internal liaison with Project Managers and Production to ensure accurate and timely organisation of collections and deliveries
- Arrange and manage all transport and logistics in the most cost efficient and effective manner to support business operations
- Where required external liaison with clients to ensure delivery requirements are met to the highest standard
- Negotiating best possible prices with suppliers
- Ensure that Purchase Orders are raised correctly and in line with company procedures
- Updating and maintaining accurate records of all deliveries to ensure compliance with all customs authorities including HMRC audit purposes
- Chasing down proof of deliveries (PODs) as part of the internal revenue recognition process
- Preparing weekly/monthly logistic reports with key process indicators (KPIs)
- Covering export and import processes when required
The experience/qualification were looking to add to our team:
- Some Logistics/Administration experience
- Ability to use Excel at Intermediate level
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- High level of speed and accuracy with excellent attention to detail
- Efficient at organising and maintaining electronic documentation
- Ability to work well under pressure to tight deadlines
- Eligibility to work in the UK
What youll receive for the great work you provide:
- An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work valued for your contribution and celebrated for your success;
- A competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
- A merit-based annual pay review
- Enhanced annual leave
- Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
- Referral bonus
- Volunteer days
- Group Life Insurance including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
- Sick pay scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Flexible/Remote/HybridWork based on your Job Function
- Travel opportunities (role dependent)
- Support in your well-being by access to
- Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
- On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
- Access to various discount programs (including food activities gym memberships
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Required Experience:
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About Company
Flex is the manufacturing partner of choice for streamlined product lifecycles. From design to end of life, our end-to-end services optimize efficiency.