Location: Manchester – HYBRID

Type: Permanent

Industry: Homeware

Job Ref: TGN4291

The Company:

We are looking for a Logistics Administrator to join the busy team of a family run business who supply Homeware & Electrical products to retailers including Dunelm, Argos, Asda, Homebase, Next etc. This is a multi-faceted role within a growing international business. The working hours are Monday to Friday 8.30-5pm and office based (potential to WFH max two days a week.)

Benefits:

• 24 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Potential to WFH max two days a week
• Modern offices
• Friendly team
• Growing brand

The Role:

• Working closely with the Head of Supply Chain.
• To manage all aspects of logistics functions and to work alongside the logistics team both cross functionally and effectively.
• Manage the movement of product from all suppliers, Imported and Exported, to the warehouse effectively.
• Manage all necessary documentation effectively.
• Anticipate on an ongoing basis, potential issues with stock leaving factories and pro-actively communicate internally and externally.
• Liaise with Key managers and departments to maintain and affect relevant import activities.
• Using personal judgment and initiative to develop effective and constrictive solutions to challenges and obstacles in import and export activities.
• Monitor and access full awareness of any changes in documentation, legal alterations or any information relating to or could have an impact on the logistics role.
• Monitor and update rates on the system to achieve correct costings.
• Other duties as required.

Skills Required:

• MUST have experience in a similar role at an import/export distribution business.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills.
• To manage time and workload effectively.
• Ability to prioritise workload and deal with more than one priority at a time.
• Careful and efficient planning.
• Can demonstrate flexibility to suite circumstances.
• Can demonstrate good teamwork both internally and externally.
• Can Identify problem and deliver effective solutions.
• Pro-active and professional behaviour.