Logistics Coordinator

Job title: Logistics Coordinator
Location: Runcorn
Salary: Circa £37,000 per annum
ROLE SUMMARY
My client is a leading manufacturer and supplier of critical raw materials and performance ingredients serving the Life Sciences, Specialty Chemicals, and Agriscience industries.

They are in the market for a Logistics Coordinator to Manage the logistics operations, from inbound to outbound and warehousing, in relationship with the customer service and logistics partners to offer best in class service to customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
In collaboration with the Customer Service teams, the logistics coordinator coordinates the physical flows of products, from import to distribution, including the coordination of stocks.
This logistics role may involve working on both the import and distribution flows
Contributes to the successful delivery of our customer promise in terms of lead time
Participates in the implementation of logistics performance indicators (OTIF, Lead-Times, etc.)
The logistics coordinator may be required to work with our logistics service providers (Freight Forwarders, Carriers, Warehouses, etc.) to guarantee an optimal level of customer service.
In this context, may be asked to work on customs and incoterms management.

ANCILLARY TASKS:
Execute any additional tasks as required
Attend training as required
Assist other employees as necessary
Ensure health and safety standards are maintained at all times
Maintain workspace in a neat and tidy fashion
Participate in site projects as required

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC.:
Eager to learn.
Comfortable using computers.
Strong MS Office skills, including expertise MS Excel
Proficiency in ERP software - Technology tools expertise : SAGE
Excellent interpersonal skills
Good English skills
Working knowledge of databases and tools
Verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable with incorterms
Work in a fast-changing environment with international contacts
Diploma in logistics with experience in imports and distribution
Experience in logistics/warehousing
Dangerous Goods Safety adviser (DGSA)
Dangerous goods by air (IATA)