Scolmore are recruiting an Inbound Logistics Planner to manage inbound deliveries to ensure cost-effective and timely receipts of goods to meet the business requirements.
Main Duties
* Ensure correct shipping documents are sent to forwarders in time to generate correct Duty and VAT invoices.
* Ensure Duty VAT are invoiced correctly and invoices are paid promptly to ensure on-time deliveries and to avoid demurrage.
* Validate freight invoices and rectify the problems.
* Understand the trend of freight costs.
* Communicate with logistics providers to stay informed of the market changes.
* Liaise with logistics providers for the best possible rates for air, land and sea shipments from a portfolio of suppliers.
* Coordinate and schedule inbound deliveries.
* Arrange quotes and schedules for containers.
* Troubleshoot shipping issues e.g. shipping routes, delayed items, and rush orders.
* Reconcile and verify receiving documents including Invoices, Packing Lists, Bill of Lading, etc.
* Update shipment calendar.
* Prepare labels for Warehouse.
* Book stock on system.
* Arrange deliveries of material / samples to suppliers overseas.
* Prepare GRN reports to Accounts each Friday.
Skills and Experience
* High attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
* Analytical with the ability to multitask and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
* Ability to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative.
* Hard-working and highly motivated.
* Flexible & able to follow instruction.
* Logistics knowledge (would be an advantage).
Benefits
* Option to purchase up to 5 extra days annual leave.
* Health Cashback Plan.
* Pension Scheme.
* Life Assurance.
* Free Parking.
Site Location : Scolmore House, Tamworth, B79 7UL
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