Logistics Coordinator

Job Title: Logistics Coordinator Location: Redditch Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum, depending on experience Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 16:30 HR Employment are currently recruiting for Logistics Coordinators to join their expanding team. This is an office-based role, no availability for hybrid working. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a full understanding of the transport forwarding industry, be able to communicate effectively, be highly organised and remain focused under pressure. Main duties include: * Managing customer enquiries/orders by phone and email and loading them onto the system * Booking and tracking shipments * Sourcing and communicating with suppliers required for transport * Responding to customer enquiries, providing quotations and keeping them updated as to the progress of jobs * Closing out job files by obtaining POD and any other required information (Purchase orders, SPTR references etc) and scanning documents onto the system * Reviewing routes and suppliers to ensure transport is planned cost effectively and to maximise profitability * Ensuring clear and accurate communication with the warehouse so they are aware of returns and outgoing loads and can plan work effectively * Ensuring jobs are completed on the system and checked prior to invoicing Experience/Skills needed: * Sound knowledge of the Transport and Freight forwarding industry * Account management and development * Good communication skills * KPI management * European planning experience is advantageous If you are interested in our Logistics Coordinator role, please apply now for more information