PR/118204 | Logistics Shipping Executive

Title 

Logistics Shipping Executive, UK & International

Salary

 GBP 38,000 - GBP 45,000 per annum

Job profile

An international beverage distribution company is seeking an experienced Logistics Shipping Executive to help drive their growing business forward.

Main responsibilities

• You will be working in our logistics and Operations department which is a core function on our business.

• You will be responsible for a range of customers or geographic zone and report for day to day matters into the Senior shipping manager 

• You will be  working in shipping  files that cover : UK, EU and international shipping

• You will have process PO’s  and SO’s  by agreed times – flag in advance if there are problems

• You will ensure that all orders are received and entered in  our ERP system in a timely fashion based on an agreed order receipt profile with 100% accuracy of order entry

• Ensure that for all your filles all the   shipping documents are raised as set out in the SO 

• Track all your open and pending orders (eg by trucks and deep sea) from start to finish with a complete customer focus and ‘zero’ costs basis for delay , demurrage , customs delays etc 

• You will have  contact with Freight forwarder/haulier/ shipping agents and if requested to get freight rates will get best rates 

• Liaise with Freight forwarders to correct shipping documents such as COO, BOL, etc

•  It will be your responsibility  to   co-ordinated all your loadings with suppliers  or warehoused ; custom clear goods to  ensure that all your  orders arrive with customers on time and trouble free at destination 

• You will maintain stock sheets and inventory control in our warehouses and report ROP as needed and instructed by Senior Shipping Manager 

• Ensure that all export/import documentation is accurately issued according to country of destination regulatory requirements and customers instructions.

• Liaise  internally with Sales Managers on your files   and advise  them of  any problems, delays or issues .

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• Fill out and complete any suppliers – Customer SAQ or RFQ’s if needed and requested by either Sales Managers or Senior Shipping Manager 

• Be able to step and cover colleagues files in times of holiday, sickness etc  or as requested by Senior Shipping Manager 

• Support Senior Shipping Manager as needed on any shipping matters eg Freight rates , administrative follow ups eg on any Audits, Compliance etc as directed and asked 

• At our monthly Ops Meetings present all your files and update everyone accordingly 

Qualifications Requirements:

• Ideally University level degree.

• Preferably in Supply Chain, logistics, international trade 

• Write and speak clear and fluent English 

• Lived in UK and based here min 6 yrs 

• Have full residency or permit to stay  in UK 

Preferred Experience:

• Worked in Logistic – shipping department engaged in Imp/exp

• Preferably Bulk Liquids such as chemicals, food stuffs, Ethanol etc 

• Worked across range of shipping formats: Tank trucks, iso containers, Drums , IBC etc 

• Have understand of DG, flammable goods handling 

• Undertaking Import and Exports of goods out of UK / EU and internationally 

• Have clear working knowledge of international shipping terms and procedures. 

• Understand how to prepare shipping and loading instructions. 

• Have been working in shipping / logistics context for min 4 yrs continuously and minimum 2 yrs with a single employee.

Preferred Skills:

• Good organisational skills/multi-tasking

• High attention to detail and able to pick up problems and not wait for them 

• Confidence and communication skills that inspires trust in colleagues and customers alike.

• Shows initiative, has a “can do” attitude and remains calm under pressure

1. •     Ability to focus on multiple tasks at the same time

2. •     Excellent Excel skills 

3. •     Working knowledge of UK bonded warehouse processes desired and HMRC excise goods compliance 

• Previous experience in the spirit and or alcoholic beverage sector is a  benefit but not essential

1. •     Professional attitude when dealing with customers and passionate about customer service

2. •     Ability to work well independently and within small teams

Language requirement

Fluent English 

Location

North West London

Visa 

Eligible to work in UK without any restrictions

About our client

A global beverage distribution company