Our client is an International Global Freight Forwarder, specialising within the Far East, USA markets. Offering import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals.
Now due to expansion and development we are now looking for an LCL Operations Coordinator based in Solihull. Ideally we are looking for LCL experience although we are also welcoming general sea freight forwarding experienced candidates
Key Responsibilities:
* To co-ordinate all LCL import, export and cross trade bookings.
* Liaise with head of LCL in order to drive development of LCL product.
* Collaborate with the import and export operations team in order to book as per the LCL co load policy.
* Collaborate with overseas partners in order to process bookings,
* Collaborate and liaise with the transport team in order to book LCL collections and deliveries.
* Collaborate with UK warehouse operations for consolidations, devanning.
* Identify opportunities where we have sufficient volume to load own consols.
* Communicate with chosen NVOCC's and overseas partners. Attend quarterly meetings with Head of LCL where necessary.
* Control of costs for consols and ensure all accurate input of accruals and revenues into Metro systems.
Job & Candidate Requirements:
* Professional-level proficiency in English, both written and verbal and being IT literate.
* Knowledge of LCL freight movements
* Sea freight experience
* Good operational knowledge preferred.
* Knowledge of logistics and supply chain management is required.
Package and Benefits
* Salary Circa £30,000 flex dependent upon experience
* Bonuses twice a year
* Pension
* 22 days holiday to start
* Working Hours are Mon - Fri 8.30am-5pm, office based.
* Rewards and Discounts
* Heath care plan
* Cycle to work scheme
* Social events
* Free Parking
* Plus more