Are you a detail-oriented professional with experience in logistics coordination? Our client, a well-established commodities trading company based in South London, is seeking a Logistics and Office Coordinator to join their expanding team. If you have excellent communication skills and a proven track record in logistics, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
The offer:
* £24,000 - £28,000 p/a
* 28 days of annual leave.
* Monday to Friday office-based work 9am - 6pm
Responsibilities:
* Coordinate with shipping lines and maintain healthy relationships with shipping line personnel.
* Arrange freight rates and prepare freight charts for all concerned parties.
* Obtain vessel schedules and create shipment plans accordingly.
* Collaborate with local offices for logistics and shipments.
* Proactively communicate any shipment delays to relevant stakeholders.
* Send shipment declarations after loading, including photographs.
* Ensure drafts documents are corrected and receive final approval before collecting originals.
* Prepare shipment-wise departure and arrival reports for payment follow-up.
* Generate weekly shipment status reports.
* Organise the filing of invoices and documents.
* Stay informed about local laws and regulations related to shipments.
Qualifications:
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Proven experience as a logistics coordinator.
* Ability to effectively utilise premises, assets, and communication channels.
To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Tom.
languagematters is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.