About This Role
Managing and supporting a Logistics Coordinator while remaining hands-on with the daily operational workload is the core of this role. This position is for a proactive and organised Logistics Manager to oversee day-to-day logistics operations across the UK and Europe for a growing business. You will coordinate shipments and transport, manage import/export documentation, and resolve logistical challenges, playing a key role in ensuring products reach customers on time and in line with requirements.
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate day-to-day logistics operations across UK and European shipments
- Plan the movement, storage and distribution of goods in line with customer requirements and stock availability
- Monitor shipment and vessel schedules, proactively identifying potential delays and communicating updates
- Build and maintain strong relationships with transport providers, shipping lines, clearing agents and external warehouses
- Act as a key point of contact for daily logistics communications with external service providers
- Manage and support the Logistics Coordinator, providing guidance and operational cover where required
- Raise purchase orders and sales orders within the ERP system, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date
- Coordinate container haulage, pallet distribution, deliveries and collections
- Ensure supplier documentation is received, checked and processed correctly
- Support import/export processes, including the preparation and management of relevant shipping and customs documentation
- Coordinate re-pack operations and ensure stock movements, production reports and waste are accurately recorded
- Take ownership of day-to-day logistical issues, finding practical solutions and escalating significant operational or commercial risks when necessary
- Maintain clear communication with customers, suppliers and service providers to ensure smooth operations
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and communication across the logistics function
- Support the development and implementation of improved processes and ways of working
- Ensure procedures are documented and followed consistently
- Contribute ideas and practical solutions to support the continued growth of the business
Requirements
- At least 3 years’ experience in logistics, including import operations
- Experience coordinating shipments, transport and deliveries
- A good understanding of import/export processes and associated documentation
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
