Logistics Coordinator
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 16 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £30,000.0 i £35,000.0 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Up to £35,000 |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 15 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | City of London, London, EC2V 7HS |
| Cwmni: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4707960_1752657801 |
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Your new company
A growing international commodities firm specialising in agricultural trade is seeking a Contract Logistics Coordinator to support its operations. The company values ethical sourcing, efficiency, and global collaboration.
Your new role
- Coordinate logistics tasks related to contract execution, ensuring smooth delivery schedules
- Support communication between internal teams (trading, finance, risk) and external contacts (freight forwarders, suppliers, agents)
- Arrange transport bookings (sea, rail, road, or air freight) in line with cost and timeline requirements
- Prepare, review, and file documentation including bills of lading, certificates of origin, invoices, and packing lists
- Monitor shipment progress and flag issues or delays for escalation and resolution
- Ensure relevant documentation meets import/export regulations and incoterms standards
- Maintain organised records of logistics activity and input accurate data into internal systems
- Collaborate with finance for invoice processing, reconciliation, and payment tracking
- Assist with improvements to documentation workflows and logistics coordination processes
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience in the commodities, freight forwarding, or industrial goods sectors - preferably within the Cocoa space or similar!
- Strong knowledge of international trade documentation and practices
- Familiarity with commodity trading contracts and supply chains
- Excellent organisation and multitasking abilities
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with logistics systems is a plus
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
What you'll get in return
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Private medical insurance
- 25 days annual leave
- Pension scheme
- Enhanced parental leave
- Influence over workplace culture in a high-growth environment
What you need to do now
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