Logistics Specialist
| Job Type | Temp Full Time |
| Area | Rhondda Cynon Taff, Wales |
| Sector | Procurement and Logistics |
| Salary | £35,000 |
| Start Date | |
| Job Ref | PR5434ls |
| Job Views | 16 |
- Description
Contract Type: Agency Temp (1yrs initial contract)
Salary / Benefits: £35,000
Job Elements
• Performs the physical or administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, distributing and order fulfilment of merchandise, products, materials, parts, supplies and equipment.
• Checks goods received and for distribution against purchase orders or invoices, maintains records of goods and rejects unsatisfactory items.
• Reviews customer orders, examines, stocks and distributes merchandise, products and materials in inventory warehouses, distribution centres or manufacturing lines.
• Management of Site inventory control and active participation in annual inventory counts.
• Classification & Valuation: Assign correct HS/tariff codes and determine accurate customs valuation for products
• Support Site on COO (Country of Origin) determination.
• Documentation Review: Validate commercial invoices, packing lists, and air waybills for accuracy and compliance
• Use SAP, freight system, and internet to track status of inbound/outbound shipments
• Contact the carriers and freight forwarders to solve any delays in inbound and outbound freights. Work closely with ITC to solve any issues customs related issues.
• Process bills of lading, customs forms, and commercial invoices.
• Manage shipments: Book Road, air, or sea transport and track loads from start to end
• Resolve issues: Fix routing problems, delays, or damaged goods quickly.The ideal candidate will have:
• Solid experience in freight forwarding, with a strong understanding of industry processes and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of SAP is advantageous, for all transactions and various interfaces as it relates to shipping consumable, instrument, and service orders.
• Background in Hazardous materials shipping, IATA is preferrable but not essential.
• Experience in Continuous Improvement/DMAIC process is preferred
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access).
• Knowledge of regulations and a deep understanding of international trade legislation, customs procedures, and transportation regulations.
• Problem solving ability.
• Excellent customer service, communication, negotiation, and mediation skills.Petrie Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
