Purpose of position

To provide logistical support in all activities within the logistics department to achieve and exceed both internal and external customer expectations.

Main Responsibilities

• Receiving, packing and despatching goods daily.
• Preparing export / import documentation in line with customs regulations.
• Liaise with Carriers to arrange collections for customer deliveries.
• Review and understand stock information to ensure accuracy of the data and correct allocation of stock to customer orders.
• Stock Takes (weekly and monthly stock checking and cycle counts).
• Control of Finished Goods system.
• Pre-Press tasks including the checking and allocating spares to new orders, retrieving and returning platen press tools for production, keeping the spares database up to date and current.
• Liaising with internal customers (Production, Customer Service, R&D etc) to schedule shipments.
• Monitor and work to resolve any customs clearance issues.
• Dealing with Carriers and Delivery Drivers whilst on-site, efficiently and safely.
• Observing and maintaining all Health and Safety standards in line with company policy.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Obtaining best prices for international carriers.
• Raising Order Requisitions for required materials/stock.
• Flexibility to vary approach and take on new tasks/responsibilities including. Goods Inwards and Material Cutting tasks, as well as assisting in production when required.

Scope/Measurement of Performance

• Achieving daily targets
• Key performance indicators

Qualifications/ experience

• A proven track record within a busy and dynamic Logistics environment (essential).
• Experience of using Courier (FedEx, DHL Express) shipping software systems (essential)
• Intermediate PC literacy and experience of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• First-class attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be able to work as a team within Logistics and with other departments.