Global Logistics Specialist
5 days ago
We are seeking a dedicated professional to oversee our global shipping operations, ensuring smooth and efficient movement of goods across international markets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in obtaining overseas shipping quotes on import and export shipping.
- Analyse and compare quotes to encourage savings across the business.
- Record shipping information on company systems to support logistical business decisions and other departments.
- Complete import/export customs documentation to ensure efficient procedures.
- Monitor forwarder/haulier performance and check for volume uplift.
- Support purchasing and customer care teams with advice on ETAs for import/export consignments.
- Maintain relationships with freight forwarders and overseas suppliers/customers.
- Support the international transport team with day-to-day tasks and holiday/sick cover.
Requirements:
- Proven global freight experience and transportation knowledge.
- Experience working in a supply chain/logistics environment.
- Familiarity with UK customs processes.
- Negotiation skills for price and service.
- Ability to work under pressure with a meticulous eye for detail.
- Strong analytical and statistical skills.
- Commercial mindset.
- Proficiency in MS Office packages.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
About Pineapple:
Pineapple is a leader in designing and manufacturing innovative furniture solutions for challenging environments. A family-run company started in 1975, Pineapple is now a global business with headquarters in Kent (UK) and offices in France, Germany, and the USA.
Benefits:
- Proudly featured in The Sunday Times as one of the Best Places to Work 2024.
- Competitive pay.
- Pension scheme.
- Healthcare Cash Plan.
- 23 days annual leave + UK bank holidays.
- Extra day's leave for your birthday.
- Workplace nursery scheme.
- On joining, we'll plant a tree in your honour.
- Regular team socials and events.
- Monthly pizza Friday.
- Fruit and snacks provided daily.
- Employee referrals bonus scheme.
- Recognition of excellence/Employee rewards schemes.
- Company volunteering day.
- High-quality office environment.
- Sustainability-focused business.
- Free onsite parking/walking distance from train station.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
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