Logistics Assistant

Logistics Assistant- Are you experienced with logistics and supply chain processes? Would you like to join a fantastic logistics company?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Logistics Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis in our office in Cardiff, Wales.

Why Cory Brothers?

Cory Brothers Limited has been a trusted supply chain partner for businesses across the world for over 180 years. We are a global freight forwarder with diverse local knowledge and expertise that matches the demands of today’s shipping industry.

Company benefits include:

• Competitive Salary: On offer is a starting salary of £23,000 - £26,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after years of service.
• Hours: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm based from our office in Cardiff, Wales.
• Pension: company pension scheme available.
• Employee extras such as: Cycle to work scheme, Electric Vehicle scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Bonus Payment, Hybrid working, Life Assurance, and Eye Care vouchers.

About the role:

As the successful Logistics Assistant, you will be responsible for coordinating shipments, preparing, and reviewing documents, and ensuring compliance with import and export regulations. You will ensure that all customers’ orders are handled effectively, efficiently. You will make sure customer satisfaction is maintained to the highest level.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing and organising Import/Export documentation, including customs declarations, Import/Export licenses, and shipping documents. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of Export/Import records in accordance with Company objectives.
• Support the team in complying with Import/Export regulations, Trade laws, and Customs requirements.
• Staying informed about upcoming changes in regulations and procedures
• Liaise with Origin offices, partners, and agents to keep up to date with commercial objectives and current market conditions.
• Monitor and track all shipments to ensure timely arrivals/sailing of goods, updating Customers throughout the process.
• Review incoming and outgoing goods and its documentation to verify their compliance with quality standards
• Communicate with suppliers to track orders and shipments
• Respond to inquiries from customers regarding their shipments
• Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency
• Handle any discrepancies and report issues to the Logistics Manager.
• Any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role which may be required by management from time to time.

About you:

The ideal candidate will have a qualification in logistics or a related field. As well as this, proven experience in a logistics, customs or a supply chain role is desirable. You will understand logistics, supply chain processes, import and export regulations and trade compliance. In addition to this, you will have effective communication and customer service skills. Be proactive and have a results-oriented approach. We are looking for someone with exceptional organisational and time management skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and under minimal supervision. Attention to detail and ability to problem-solve. Adaptability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. IT literacy including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite. Knowledge of regulations, customs procedures, and international trade laws is essential.

We would love to hear why you are motivated to apply and how do your skills/experience make you suitable for this role? Please do let us know along with forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. 

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Additional keywords: logistics, shipping, import, export, customer service, admin, logistics administrator, shipping coordinator, supply chain, transportation, order processing, shipment tracking, warehouse operations, customs clearance, vendor coordination

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