Despatch & Logistics Controller - Reed : Job Details

Reed are working with a manufacturing client based in Clevedon, North Somerset that is experiencing rapid growth in the UK and European markets. Recruiting for a Despatch & Logistics Controller on a full time, permanent basis.

This is a newly created role to support this expansion. Looking for experience working in a Supply Chain environment, particularly liaison with logistics, hauliers and customers; preparation of despatch paperwork and co-ordination of third-party storage.

Hours: 40 hours per week (08:45 to 16:45 Mon-Thurs, 08:45 to 16:00 Fri)

Duties:

Coordinate with customers and transport stakeholders to arrange and confirm deliveries or returns, ensuring compliance with booking-in procedures, alongside internal teams.

Prepare despatch paperwork accurately and promptly, both electronically and in hard copy, according to customer requirements.

Ensure the daily despatch of finished products is accurate and timely, in collaboration with customers, transport, and internal stakeholders.

Manage third-party storage of raw materials to meet the production plan's timely requirements.

Oversee the timely and accurate management of contract-manufactured products to satisfy customer and internal stakeholder needs.

Prepare accurate import and export documentation in accordance with current international regulations.

Maintain professional and timely communication within the business.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven ability to maintain excellent internal and external customer relationships.

Experience working with sales, production, and QC teams.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook, including Word and Excel.

GCSE or equivalent at Grade B 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 Driving Licence.

Experience with SAP/SAP B1 is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits:

Auto-enrolment Pension Scheme.

WPA Healthcare NHS Top-up Scheme (after probation).

Death in Service policy of twice basic salary, including Help@Hand Benefits Scheme.

Employee Benefits Scheme/Employee Assistance Programme with discounts at major retailers.

Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service and including Christmas shutdown.