Logistics Specialist

Logistics Specialist

Location: Essex

Contract type: Permanent

Shift: Monday to Friday (08:00 - 17:00)

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits

A well-established and growing organisation is seeking a proactive Logistics Specialist to join its Supply Chain team based in Maldon.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Review sales orders and coordinate inbound and outbound shipment bookings alongside Customer Service and Planning teams
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• Manage UK and export shipments via road, sea, and air freight, including groupage consignments
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• Create detailed loading plans to maximise vehicle and container utilisation
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• Maintain and update daily warehouse loading schedules, ensuring clear communication of any changes
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• Generate inventory picking instructions in line with shipment requirements
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• Obtain, compare, and analyse carriage quotations to support commercial decision-making
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• Maintain transport and shipping cost records and spreadsheets
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• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements across logistics activities
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• Act as a point of contact for customer enquiries regarding export procedures and transport arrangements
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• Ensure correct application of Incoterms and compliance with export documentation requirements
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• Prepare and verify export paperwork and carriage documentation
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• Monitor supplier, carrier, and 3PL performance, implementing corrective actions where required
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• Liaise with freight forwarders and transport providers to maintain service levels and cost control
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• Support KPI reporting and continuous improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain function
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Qualifications / Experience:

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• Minimum of 2 years' experience within a transport, logistics, or supply chain environment
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• Strong understanding of road, sea, and air freight operations
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• Experience coordinating export shipments and groupage consignments
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• Knowledge of export documentation and international shipping procedures
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• Good understanding of Incoterms
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• Excellent Microsoft Excel and general IT skills
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• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
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• Industry-recognised Logistics or Supply Chain qualification (IoSCM, CIPS, or similar) - desirable
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• Certificate in Export Documentation - desirable
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• Fluent English, both written and verbal
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Skills & Attributes:

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• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
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• Strong communication skills with a customer-focused approach
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• Commercially aware with a focus on cost control and operational efficiency
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• Able to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure
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• Proactive and solutions-focused mindset
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• Strong team player who collaborates effectively with internal departments and external partners
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• Excellent time management and problem-solving abilities
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Hours:

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• Full-time, Monday to Friday
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• 08:00 - 17:00
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• 1-hour unpaid lunch break
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Benefits:

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• Pension scheme matched up to 7.5%
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• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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• Ongoing training and development opportunities
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• Friendly and supportive team environment
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• Wellbeing support programme
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• Long service awards
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• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
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How to Apply:

Please submit your CV along with your availability.

For more information, please contact:

Charlie Boulton

01453 852544

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

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