Multilingual Logistics Operations Executive

FRENCH SELECTION UK
Multilingual Logistics Operations Executive
Transport, French, Spanish, Asia, Mandarin Ocean, Air, Truck Shipment, Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain Solutions, European Coordination, Logistics.
Salary: £30,000 – £42,000per annum
Location: London
Ref: 702LL

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The Company:
Our client is a well-established Company, offering great career prospects to the right candidate.

The Role:
– Booking freight Issuing loading instructions for relevant transporter
– Experience in logistics in EU/Mid East/Asian/Latam logistics
– Knowledge of handling of drums, IBC and Totes etc
– A combination of Mid-East, Asian logistics experience useful
– Ability to handle a number of files at the same time
– Ability to switch logistics regions if requested eg from EU to Mid East
– Organizing orders from beginning to end independently
– Entering PO/SO details into ERP system
– Advising customers of shipping details and if any problems
– Dealing with problems on loading or unloading with terminal, transporter and customer
– Liaising with finance staff in reconciliation of freight costs and invoice queries
– Minimizing potential demurrage costs and settling any demurrage claims
– Preparing documents for LC submission
– Liaising weekly with Head of Logistics & Head of trading on progress and issues on ongoing operations
– Maintaining up-to-date clean files of all own operations
– Supporting other team members if needed / Cover team members when on holiday
– Possible progression to Bulk vessel Chartering (long term)
– Heavy communication with Customers/Carriers
– Multitasking and Problem solving

The Candidate:
– Fluent in English & 1 or 2 other languages: French and/or Spanish / Mandarin… (written & spoken)
– Significant previous experience in European Transport planning or Freight forwarding essential
– Understanding of Import/Export logistics procedures
– Able to work under own initiative & team
– Dynamic and Energetic individual
– Organized & excellent communicator
– High level of Customer service at all times
– Fast thinking

The Salary: £30,000 – £42,000per annum (depending on experience)

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