Average Logistics salary in the UK

Job Title: Logistics Co-ordinator Location: Wimblington Salary: Competitive Job type: Full time, Permanent About us: Knowles Logistics is trusted by some of the biggest and best-known businesses in the country to offer a broad range of warehousing and distribution services. Our focus today is epitomised by a drive to deliver the most efficient, high-quality logistics solutions to our customers, with long-term benefits for both parties. We aim to carry out our operations sustainably, and that's not just by minimising our environmental impacts but also by examining efficiencies across the business and fully embracing development opportunities. The Role; Working with the planning team to ensure effective running of the day-to-day Knowles Logistics fleet. Planning and manage effective movement of freight around the country, including providing strong planning of the operational logistics arm of the business. Effective communication with the customer service team to meet the demands of the customer and providing the best customer service possible to internal and external stakeholders. Must Haves Minimum of 2 years' experience in a fast-paced transport or logistics environmentOperator licencing awareness along with up-to-date knowledge of compliance such as gross weights, construction and use regulations, Working Time Directive and EU Drivers hoursPC literate - Sound working knowledge of Microsoft packages, traffic management and warehouse management systems and any other IT/ web-based systemsStrong verbal and written communication skillsHighly organised, self-sufficient, ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, act on own initiative and to tight deadlinesFlexible in your approach to work and hours, adaptable to changeUK geographical knowledgeGood people skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectivelyProactive with the ability to make quick decisions and to communicate changes swiftly to those affectedA highly organised self starter, responsible for own actions and decisions Key Accountabilities Ensure the effective running of the Knowles fleet through:Allocation of 100% of the daily plan against drivers and loads with the plannersFollowing and updating the execution of the daily plan including systems updatesMaximising drivers workers hours within the Tachograph and WTD frameworkMaking decisions with planners on number of vehicles required to deliver shipmentsCommunicate issues or failures that are unavoidable to the relevant partiesProactive management of the fleet - including making changes and replanning any load issues or drivers with plannersCommunication of the plan to all drivers to ensure the drivers are all in place at the correct times to collect loads and deliver themBriefing and Debriefing of drivers on the current day/night plansWorking in tandem with the driver debrief administratorsAttending daily operational meetings on a rota basis with timely information about the previous and current days planWorking together with the planners to achieve the customer requirementsReviewing load plans and looking at contingency strategies where necessaryEntry of all movements of jobs onto the relevant PC and web based systemsReporting any concerns to the head of transportWorking in tandem with the other transport operators within the team on the same shift or other shiftsRaising any concerns over delivery with other teams and providing solutions for resolutionEntering of all driver and vehicle information of the daily plan into Road Runner for the following 24 hoursUpdating Road Runner with live load information when debriefing drivers in person or over the phoneUnderstanding and checking of the warehouse management system to foresee any issues with loadsAnswering telephone in a professional manner and dealing with field and customer enquiries.Speaking to drivers to understand their issues and offer resolutions in planning to the management of their loads.Portraying a professional appearance and manner at all times as a representative of Knowles Logistics Ltd Teamwork Encouraging teamwork within the workplace by displaying the correct behaviours towards all members of the Knowles Logistics Ltd teamsMaintaining standards of health and safety, hygiene and security in the work environmentConfidence having open discussions with colleagues to enable decisions to be made about any changes necessaryOpen to changes within the workplaceProfessional at all times when working with colleagues within your own and other departments What We Offer / Benefits: We have training and developmentFree uniform & PPE providedAuto enrolment into pensionStatutory holiday entitlement Please note: When applying for this role, please specify the position you're applying for and location you currently are Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Logistics Manager, Distribution Controller, Fleet Manager, Transport Manager, Logistics Supervisor, Fleet Supervisor, Transport Supervisor, Freight Manager, Transport Planner, Supply Chain Controller, Cargo Manager, Transport Coordinator, will also be considered for this role

Logistics Coordinator We are proud to partner with one of the UK’s most creative and fast-growing retail brands who are in search of a Logistics Coordinator with a passion for import and export process optimisation, stakeholder/ 3rd party management and has a pedigree of managing a complex global logistics network. Started from humble beginnings driven by the founder’s passion for their product they are now embarking on the next phase of ambitious growth and business transformation. Chance to work for one of the UK’s most exciting brands!Dynamic, career minded employer that really value their employeesSecure, successful business going from strength to strength What is expected of you? Manage the day-to-day inbound and outbound operations of a growing international Multi-modal logistics network - Air, Sea & RoadEnsure all import / export shipments documentation is correctly signed and reports filed on behalf of UK Import / export operationsManage all inbound shipments within the ERP and update during the transit lifecycleExcellent knowledge of Import documentation & duties, INCOTERMS and the differing costs associated with each mode of transport.Responsible for all export documentation to be processed OTIFVerify Duty/VAT invoices are correct per customs entries and approve for paymentLiaise with freight forwarders/couriers/transport companies both via email and web-based portals to obtain quotes and book freight movements.Verify invoices received match to quotations/rates and approve for paymentWork closely with key internal stakeholders to improve customer / distributor relationships & performance.Manage and support all customer needs including troubleshooting any supply chain issues that occur. As a growing international SME, it is essential that the new Logistics Coordinator is a hugely proactive individual who will lead from the front and provide the following experience - Proven experience within Global Transport Logistics / Freight Operations in a B2B environmentSignificant experience of Ocean & Air Freight from the Far East (LCL)Understanding of UK/European Road freight both groupage and dedicated deliveryKnowledge of customs entries, commodity codes and duty rates, INCOTERMSUnderstanding of Commercial Invoice requirements. Previous experience of raising commercial documents for transportationGood understand and knowledge of IncotermsExperience of managing a large roster of local & global freight forwarders / suppliersPedigree of managing B2B customer relationships If you match all the above criteria and you are excited by the prospect of working with a growing business, then please apply.

My client is recruiting an experienced Logistics Planner to work as part of their busy and fast paced Logistics & Distribution Team. The successful candidate will have experience working in a similar position. As a Logistics Planner you will be required to deliver accurate planning of customer orders through DC, RCC and Dropship (e-commerce) channels. Continuous review of customer order books, current stock levels and inbound stock will allow you to successfully plan, group, release and book workloads with the warehouse team to deliver customer orders on time and in full. You will also help to update our WMS with setup required for successful receipt and distribution of the customer accounts under your remit. Key Responsibilities · Logistics planning and co-ordination of our customers’ orders from point of receipt through to delivery Keeping yourself informed and up to date on any issues (e.g. QC, delayed goods) that could contribute to customer deliveries being delayedContribute to the maintenance of training manuals.Keeping the business informed of current logistics plans and any obstacles in achieving delivery deadlines.Deliver a positive and calm approach to problem solving.Provide cover for other members of the logistics planning team.Ensure safe working practises are adhered to & contribute to identifying H&S issues and associated resolving actions. Skills Required Proven Logistics planning experienceProven WMS experienceProven ERP experienceProficient with Excel & Outlook Working hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00