Logistics Coordinator

6 months ago


Maidstone, United Kingdom va-Q-tec UK Limited Full time

va-Q-tec UK offers a global rental service of high-performance, temperature-controlled aitfreight containers catering for the sensitive supply chains of Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Healthcare, and Industrial companies.

In simple terms - have you ever required medication that had to be stored at a specific temperature? Well, on a larger scale, that's precisely what we do for our customers.

**The role**:
Are you looking to join a dynamic team where you'll play a pivotal role in logístical operations? Want the flexibility to work from both the office and home? Look no further.. we are recruiting for a Logistics Coordinator to join the team

As the Logistics Coordinator, you will be the key to the effectiveness of our shipping operations, overseeing the entire process from booking to delivery and invoicing. Join us and be the driving force behind our logistics excellence

We are looking for an individual with experience in multimodal transport planning and operations (particularly in air, sea and road logistics) along with a solid understanding of international supply chains. Data handling, reporting and familiarity with customs processes is also essential to the smooth running of our operations.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Identify potential inventory shortages and find strategic solutions to ensure availability.
- Help negotiate cost-effective rates and fixed tariffs.
- Carry out each shipment from booking, processing, monitoring and delivery through to invoice payment.
- Provide internal stakeholders with regular updates and follow up for time critical shipments which includes, transport and customs delays, proof of delivery, charges, resolutions etc.
- Ensure communication with service providers is kept up-to-date.
- Create, check and approve shipping paperwork.
- Review 3rd party shipping documents for accuracy and approval.
- Send pre-alerts to overseas offices, service partners and customers.
- Ensure export and import customs requirements are met.
- Data handling to support transport planning.
- Data handling for reporting and strategic analysis.
- Maintain and enhance customer services by ensuring current and future procedures are followed and systems used correctly.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and international trade regulations.
- Familiarise yourself with all services offered by va-Q-tec as well as our products and technical specifications.
- Assist develop and maintain relationships with clients, internal departments and suppliers.
- Identify areas for improvement and streamline processes.
- Drives continuous improvement in logistics processes through lean practices, KPI’s and standardisation.

Your meticulous **attention to detail **ensures timely deliveries, cost-effectiveness, and **compliance **with regulations. Your **proactive communication** builds **trust **with stakeholders and service providers, while your efficiency drives our global success.

**What you'll get in return**:
Alongside a brand-new office with great welfare facilities, free parking, a library and unlimited access to hot refreshments:

- 25 days holiday, in addition to bank/public holidays.
- a day off for your birthday (or an alternative day where you do not celebrate birthdays for religious reasons).
- enhanced pension contributions from employer.
- private healthcare.
- paid sick leave.
- cycle to work scheme.
- eye test scheme.
- employee assistance programme.
- company events.

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

**Salary**: £34,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Maidstone


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