Senior Logistics Coordinator and Team Leader

Senior Logistics Coordinator & Team Leader

Our client is a specialist import and export provider based just outside Haywards Heath. They currently seek a Senior Logistics Coordinator and Team Leader to oversee the day-to-day running of the logistics department.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

* Lead, motivate and develop a small logistics team, ensuring workloads are effectively managed and deadlines are met.

* Oversee day-to-day logistics operations, ensuring shipments, documentation and customer requirements are handled efficiently and accurately.

* Manage your own portfolio of customer and supplier accounts while supporting colleagues with their own accounts.

* Monitor operational workflows and implement improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy and productivity.

* Liaise with internal departments and key stakeholders to ensure the smooth delivery of client requirements.

* Allocate responsibilities across the team, providing coaching and support where required.

The successful candidate will have previous experience in logistics, operations or international trade, with a strong understanding of sea freight. You will be commercially minded and possess a good working knowledge of Incoterms and international payment terms. Previous experience leading, mentoring or developing a team is essential. Equally important is a positive, can-do attitude, together with excellent communication and organisational skills.

In return a salary of 32k-36k is provided (depending upon experience). Due to the company's location and limited public transport links, applicants will need access to their own transport.

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