Logistics Administrator

Our client is a successful and well-established company, trading in over 65 countries offering a range of products. They are looking to hire a Logistics Administrator, ideally with a background in logistics and shipping, or a willingness to learn and develop in this sector. The successful candidate will be well organised with a desire to get things right first time with the attention to detail necessary to do so. The company handles shipments from every corner of the globe and each trade lane is different, which requires flexibility of mind to deal with the variety of issues that need to be addressed and solved daily. Experience of shipping logistics is desirable but not essential. The right person will, in a short time be able to show the initiative and intelligence to make a positive difference to the efficient running of the department. Location: South Croydon Salary: GBP28,000 - GBP35,000 dependent on experience Benefits: 20 days holiday, (increase by 1 day a year after 3 years to max 25 days), statutory pension scheme, discretionary annual bonus, local parking, life insurance Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:30 What will your working week be like?
Management of freight shipping lines, including arranging rates, tracking bookings, approving invoices and raising disputesMonitoringcontracts&shipmentarrivalstoensureshipping&bankingdocumentation arrivesontimeCheckingspecifications,preparingshipmentconfirmations&raising invoicesLiaising with shipping lines to ensure correct Bills of Lading and other shipping documentationEntering and allocating receiptsfrom thebanksintothe accountingsystemChecking and entering supplier invoices into the accounting systemArrangingpaymentsto suppliersinmultiplecurrenciesArranging foreign exchange dealsEnsuringcustomerandsupplierenquiriesarehandledpromptly&accurately.ProcessingandmonitoringBillsofExchangeLiaisingwiththebanksregardingLettersofCredit, monitoring charges and amendmentsApprovingbanksdocumentarycollectionschedulesCloseliaisonwiththeselling teamtoensureaccuratecontractdocumentationFiling and other ad hoc dutiesAssisting Traders with requests/ enquiries as and when they occur Who will suit this role? It is envisaged that you will have experience in dealing with financial transactions in an environment where accuracy & attention to detail is paramount. Knowledge of shipping / import & export documentation & International Banking would be a distinct advantage.
Possessing good IT & numerical skills and a financial backgroundWorking in a multi-faceted role across various time zone and currencies essentialGood communication and organisation skills are essentialProficient on all Microsoft packages - advanced ExcelAccurate with attention to detailTeam playerFlexible, time management Skills: banking, finance, currency, bills of exchange, numeric, import, export, logistics posting receipts, shipment, payments, administration, freight, invoices, sales, purchase.
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