Purpose of position
To provide logistical support in all activities within the logistics department to achieve and exceed both internal and external customer expectations.
Main Responsibilities
* Receiving, packing and despatching goods daily.
* Preparing export / import documentation in line with customs regulations.
* Liaise with Carriers to arrange collections for customer deliveries.
* Review and understand stock information to ensure accuracy of the data and correct allocation of stock to customer orders.
* Stock Takes (weekly and monthly stock checking and cycle counts).
* Control of Finished Goods system.
* Pre-Press tasks including the checking and allocating spares to new orders, retrieving and returning platen press tools for production, keeping the spares database up to date and current.
* Liaising with internal customers (Production, Customer Service, R&D etc) to schedule shipments.
* Monitor and work to resolve any customs clearance issues.
* Dealing with Carriers and Delivery Drivers whilst on-site, efficiently and safely.
* Observing and maintaining all Health and Safety standards in line with company policy.
* Support Continuous Improvement initiatives.
* Obtaining best prices for international carriers.
* Raising Order Requisitions for required materials/stock.
Flexibility to vary approach and take on new tasks/responsibilities including. Goods Inwards and Material Cutting tasks, as well as assisting in production when required.
Scope/Measurement of Performance
* Achieving daily targets
* Key performance indicators
Qualifications/ experience
* A proven track record within a busy and dynamic Logistics environment (essential).
* Experience of using Courier (FedEx, DHL Express) shipping software systems (essential)
* Intermediate PC literacy and experience of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
* First-class attention to detail.
* Excellent time management and organisational skills.
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
* Be able to work as a team within Logistics and with other departments.