Logistics & Stores Executive

**Job Summary**

LJS Aviation is an Aviation parts stockist based in Washington, West Sussex. We are looking to recruit a fulltime Logistics & Stores Executive to join the team.

**Responsibilities and Duties**:
The main purpose of the role is full cycle, end to end management, oversight & accountability of all Import/Export shipments within LJS. Reporting to the Head of Quality & Logistics you will develop & manage necessary strategies to provide the most effective transport solutions for all of your internal clients/departments in line with business objectives. Ensure all shipments are the most cost effective solution available ensuring required delivery dates are met and adhered to. Monitoring and tracking all open shipments proactively resolving any issues as soon as they arise.

Maintain electronic records of shipments (quotes, job status) and reconcile shipment and Customs invoices.

Take on warehouse duties as required to assist with the daily warehouse operations and to provide holiday cover.

To arrange shipments to and from customers, vendors and suppliers both domestically and internationally worldwide.
- Obtain quotations from Freight Forwarders. negotiate best possible rates and discounts
- Learn Custom Regulations relevant to LJS shipments and serve as a SME to your colleagues
- Communicate with colleagues, customers and their agents in a proficient manner, both verbally and in written formats
- Manage shipments in company’s ERP system, and other electronic formats
- Provide support to other departments and colleagues within the company as required
- Receiving and inspection of stock coming in and going out
- Willingness to learn, adhere to & understand all import and export procedures, regulations and controls with a working knowledge of Import/Export Control Legislation to include (not limited to) Import/Export controlled goods, Import/Export compliance screening & forms, HS Tariff/commodity codes (investigate and identify)
- Resolve all manner of import/export shipping queries/issues with commitment that the best solution is adopted and delivered
- Develop key service relationships with freight forwarders for an effective and efficient service
- Ensure accurate paperwork completion as per customer and country specific requirements
- Obtain, audit & process Import/Export entry data recognizing and logging errors accurately
- Link closely with stores & internal departments to fully understand our product, stock movement & priorities

**Requirements**:

- All experience levels considered
- Knowledge of Export and Import procedures, controls, regulations, legislation and compliance highly desirable
- Experience of working in a logistics/supply chain/freight operations environment is desirable
- Passion to develop in depth knowledge and skills within Logistics
- Proactive, self-motivated, flexible and driven to succeed in a busy environment
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Analytical thinker
- Excellent communication skills at all levels, verbal and written
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with customers, suppliers and internal departments
- Professional and confident telephone skills
- Strong organization, time management and negotiation skills
- Excellent administration skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines
- Strong computer literacy, highly proficient in the use of MicrosoftWord, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Hold counterbalance forklift license or be willing to go on the training
- Quick learner with natural curiosity and the desire to achieve
- Able to adapt to ever changing environment/mission scope and switch between tasks whilst maintaining high-level attention to detail
- Reliable, able to follow directions from business requirements and respect policies and procedures within the company
- Physically fit and able to lift goods
- Must hold a full UK driving license and have own transport

Strictly no recruitment agencies - thank you.

At LJS Aviation, we believe everyone should be empowered - no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs.

We champion difference, and everything that makes our colleagues unique.

We promote an inclusive environment in which we can all thrive so that everyone at LJS Aviation can be themselves and know they belong.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Pulborough: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: One location