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Requisition Title Direct Hire - Logistics Coordinator Description We are looking for a permanent hire for Logistics Specialist based in Reading. Suggested salary £30-£38k depending on experience. The role is hybrid 2-3 days per week office based. Job description · Be the BL's logistics focal point for their logistics movements. · Validate transport requests and required delivery dates for a defined geographic region or lane(s) to achieve on-time delivery. · Prepare equipment load plans per planning standard operating procedures to maximize rental and call-out equipment utilization. · Leverage planning and use rate checker tools to achieve competitive costs by applying preferred contracted rates. · Plan effective shipment/truck routings, leverage consolidation/cargo optimization, and maximize backload opportunities to drive down costs where possible. · Monitor shipment execution, track shipment movements and manage deviations with our logistics suppliers while keep internal stakeholders updated. · Manage weekly fixed schedules and regional milk runs. · Issue work orders before each move with associated cost approvals. · Identify logistics network improvement projects or opportunities. · Ensure full compliance of transports with the international transport regulations. · Monitor cargo moves status and performances and investigates deviations. · Implement proactive and corrective measures combined with appropriate communication when early warning signs of deviation are detected. · Assess carrier performance with respect to on-time delivery and on-time pickup. · Manage international or domestic logistics movements ensuring compliance with policies and processes as well as local regulations including but not limited to finance, personnel, LTC guidelines and QHSE. · Ensure proper storage of electronic documents in the system. · Act as the interface with the Import/Export Teams and assure smooth communication flow between parties. · Participate in the performance analysis meeting. · Monitor and capture logistics milestone data in the business system. · Report any deviation in QUEST and follow up on action plan to ensure continuous improvement on service quality. · Obtain the necessary freight cost approval from the Business line representatives and shortlist offers from Freight Forwarders in the bidding system