Nigel Wright Business Support Team are recruiting for a new Logistics Administrator position based in Leeds working for a global manufacturing company. Established for several decades they have established a global customer based and are now looking to add a new Logistics Administrator to the Team
Logistics Administrator
Full Time Office Hours - 8.30am - 4.30pm
Based in Leeds - Free Parking
Permanent position with an immediate start
The role...
Working as part of the busy Logistics Team you will support the smooth running of the department. Providing a high level of customer service to all clients, working to deadlines and ensuring high standard of support. Some of the key responsibilities will be:
- Speaking with customers to update on the status of their order and providing freight quotations upon request.
- Arranging shipments with both couriers and freight fowarders to ensure current shipment and delivery of goods
- Responsible for producing the required shipment documentation and liaising with external organisations to ensure all is correct.
- Acting as first point of contact for various teams including warehouse staff, couriers and freight forwarders relating to any dispatch related matters
- Produce and maintain accurate records and documentation for audit purposes.
What we are looking for...
This position is a varied position that requires someone with experience within a similar role and the following skills:
- Previous experience within a Logistics Admin position
- Experience of import and export documentation
- Competent in MS Office
- Ability to work on own initiative to manage a busy workload whilst still working with the team to ensure deadlines are met
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills when liaising with a wide variety of people
- Strong Attention to details
- Experience of 3PL Platforms, knowledge of Incoterms and customs documentation would be highly beneficial but not essential.
Benefits...
- Working for a long standing and established company
- Award winning for their employee engagement and staff retention
- Casual Dress
- Gym Membership
- On-site free parking
- Private dental and medical insurance
- Dog friendly site so furry friends in the office to brighten your day!