Despatch & Logistics Coordinator 6229

Despatch & Logistics Co-ordinator

Location: Clevedon
Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Thursday: 08:45 – 16:45, Friday: 08:45 – 16:00, including a 45-minute paid lunch break and early finish on Fridays)
Salary: Competitive salary plus a range of excellent benefits

Scope of the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic Despatch & Logistics Co-ordinator with a positive outlook and strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, confident in working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience in a supply chain role, particularly in liaising with logistics providers, hauliers, and customers, is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and confirm deliveries or returns with customers and transport providers, ensuring compliance with booking-in procedures.
• Prepare accurate despatch paperwork (electronic and hard copies) in line with customer requirements.
• Manage the timely despatch of finished products, liaising with customers, transport teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee third-party storage of raw materials to align with production schedules.
• Ensure efficient management of contract-manufactured products to meet customer and internal requirements.
• Handle import and export documentation in compliance with international regulations.
• Maintain professional and timely communication across the business.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Strong customer service skills with the ability to build effective relationships.
• Experience in a similar logistics or supply chain role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with SAP/SAP B1 is advantageous.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C or above in Maths and English.
• Excellent time management skills with a flexible approach to work.
• Full Right to Work in the UK.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to andrew.penrith@first-base.co.uk or call Andrew on 01453 755330.

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