Logistics Specialist
hace 18 días
Cardiff
We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Logistics Specialist to join the team on a full-time, permanent basis. The role is reporting into our site Logistics Team Lead and is based in our manufacturing facility in Llantrisant. • Management of Site inventory control and active participation in annual inventory counts., • Be the backup of the logistics Team leader, directly supervise and coordinate the activities of Material Handlers and dispatch during their absence, • Assist the Logistics Team leader to review SOPs, Continuous improvement project and maintaining KPIs, • Site management of CAA Known Consignor program., • Work with the Logistics Team leader to drive the performance (operational) metrics, • Classification & Valuation: Assign correct HS/tariff codes and determine accurate customs valuation for products, • Support Site on COO (Country of Origin) determination., • Documentation Review: Validate commercial invoices, packing lists, and air waybills for accuracy and compliance, • Use SAP, freight system, and internet to track status of inbound/outbound shipments, • Contact the carriers and freight forwarders to solve any delays in inbound and outbound freights. Work closely with ITC to solve any issues customs related issues., • Invoices: Validate Freight Forwarders/Couriers invoices, Check base rates, zones, and service levels against our Global carrier rate cards, verify extra fees like fuel surcharges, PSS: peak season surcharges, Accessorial fees: driver waiting times, liftgate use etc Develop and monitor logistics KPI`s using the system Intelligent Logistics, • Process bills of lading, customs forms, and commercial invoices., • Manage shipments: Book Road, air, or sea transport and track loads from start to end, • Resolve issues: Fix routing problems, delays, or damaged goods quickly., • Improve and create SOP related to all Logistics activities., • Support and active cross-functional interaction with other departments to meet site goals and business needs., • Develop, maintain, and report cost reduction projects reporting to the warehouse/logistics manager., • Issue manual customs invoices (non-systematic shipments), • Send customs clearance instructions and check import declarations, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; requires interaction with many stakeholders both internally and externally., • Experience in Logistics and warehouse roles, • Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)., • Strong knowledge of SAP is advantageous, for all transactions and various interfaces as it relates to shipping consumable, instrument, and service orders., • Background in Hazardous materials shipping, IATA is preferrable but not essential., • Experience in Continuous Improvement/DMAIC process is preferred, • Full knowledge and understanding of SAP for warehouse management, • Knowledge of the import and export procedures and regulations., • Knowledge of regulations and a deep understanding of international trade legislation, customs procedures, and transportation regulations., • Problem solving ability., • Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively., • Strong interpersonal skills to manage staff and interact with stakeholders., • Excellent customer service, communication, negotiation, and mediation skills., • Excellent planning and organizational ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously., • Good geographical knowledge and understanding of global trade routes., • Ability to remain focused, flexible, and calm under pressure., • Proficiency in key IT systems relevant to logistics and freight forwarding., • Ability to work to tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy., • Solid experience in freight forwarding, with a strong understanding of industry processes and documentation. #J-18808-Ljbffr