Logistics / Supply Chain Coordinator in Sudbury, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Import Logistics Coordinator
Sudbury
£11.74 P/H PAYE
We are looking for an Import Logistics Coordinator to process all import documentation for goods imported to our Sudbury site from our global suppliers, as well as liaising with Siemens Oxford team supporting the inbound shipment process and customs clearance queries.
This is a new role to Sudbury and will involve a great deal of operational administrative tasks, but also the opportunity to put in place new initiatives and improve the current processes.
This role will involve significant interaction with warehouse staff, customer services and planning to guarantee a smooth flow of materials across the supply chain in compliance with current regulations.
The role will also include Export Logistics Coordinator cover.
Job Description:
- Collating documentation for inbound shipments, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Keep import log up to date and maintained with shipment details and freight costs
- Track all shipments through to delivery to site, liaising with buyers where required and freight forwarders
- Be proactive on spotting delays with delivery as well and contact freight forwarders on customs and delivery matters
- Deal with freight forwarders whenever necessary in order to arrange or modify shipment details and request delivery information
- Support freight cost analysis, as well as identify freight saving opportunities for import shipments
- Check freight invoices for accuracy, log freight costs and approve invoices
- Maintain an accurate delivery schedule for each site's Goods In team
- Communicate with Siemens Oxford team and relevant Sudbury persons in regard to inbound shipments
- Ensure archive of shipping documents is done according to all requirements and company procedures
- Constantly question current practices identifying improvement opportunities and implementing process changes with management and Business Excellence support;
- Manage purchase orders for Site 3 Warehouse via OneSRM
- Assist with warehouse admin activities where required
- Attend Known Consignor training to ensure compliance within the regulations
- Work in accordance with the Health & Safety requirements in your area
- Ensure delivery drivers adhere to the security requirements in your area
- Conduct and complete 5S audits across 3 sites
- Liaise with Export Logistics Coordinator regarding export shipments when required
Person Specification:
Essential:
Experience dealing with freight forwarders and import operations
Good Supply Chain knowledge
Good Microsoft skills
Good verbal communication, comfortable with speaking to staff at all levels and able to justify decision making process
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to work effectively in teams and individually
Highly organised and results oriented
Familiar with commodity codes is an advantage
Desirable:
Experience of working with an ERP system, preferably SAP
Familiar with lean concepts and tools
Export Control and Customs knowledge
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this role
Hours of work: Mon- Thur 09:00 - 18:00, Fri 10:40 - 16:
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
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