Inbound Freight Co-Ordinator

3 weeks ago


Ledston, United Kingdom Head Office Full time

Inbound Freight Co-ordinator - Logistics Full-time Leeds - Thorpe Park Ben Sherman started out in 1963 producing standout button down shirts from a factory in Brighton.
Over 6 decades later the brand is still producing standout shirts, but has also expanded to a full lifestyle collection rich in the brands DNA.
From the early days the brand has been linked to music and British subcultures and that remains a core aspect of the brands appeal today.
If you are passionate about being part of a British Heritage brand's journey, why not join us?
Purpose of the role: To provide direct administrative support to the Supply Chain Coordinator.
The primary responsibility will be to assist in managing the delivery schedule, with a key focus on monitoring the department's critical path and liaising with freight forwarder, suppliers and Head Office departments.
Responsibilities: Supply Chain Tracking  Daily interaction and management of freight forwarder ensuring continued focus on priorities  Assist in maintaining the delivery schedule – Head Office deadlines and delivery dates  Ensure that AX is correct and up to date with the 3rd?party logistics tracking system (shipment and DC dates)   Monitor the weekly Supply Chain Report?(critical path) and communicate any potential risks/delays  Shipment Bookings  Ensure the smooth movement of stock from the Far East and Europe over to the UK warehouse  Chase suppliers for bookings  Work with freight forwarder to address booking queries  Liaise with Technical, Merchandising & Product teams to ensure timely approval of shipment bookings: variance requests, date queries, shipment samples review   Check delivery paperwork and ensure suppliers provide bills of lading in a timely manner to avoid demurrage charges  Liaise with Landed suppliers to ensure timely booking of deliveries into the warehouse  Delivery  Liaise with 3rd?party Warehouse Manager?to plan weekly intake,?manage changes and work through peaks  Maintain Crew schedules to ensure key dates are not missed.
Flag up issues well in advance where we have?potential?late delivery/payment issues and involve relevant parties as early as possible  Research and document slipped deliveries and inform Head office departments  Check delivery paperwork, investigate and report on discrepancies   Understand Customs requirements for import and duty payment  General  Work very closely with the team to ensure excellent logistical performance  Support Logistics team when required, covering holidays  Be influential in updating procedures within the team and suppliers  Support with loading and unloading vehicles from the HO warehouse when necessary  Skills and Experience: Essential:  Strong levels of communication and interpersonal skills  Good Microsoft Excel skills  Excellent organisational skills  Capable of working to tight deadlines  Ability to prioritise and work well under pressure  Dedicated and responsible approach to job role  Ability to work both independently and within a small team  Previous experience of working within a similar administrative role  High degree of accuracy and attention to detail  Desirable:  Experience within import/logistics  Strong understanding of retail environment  An understanding of the principles of freight forwarding and critical path



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