Details:
- Salary: £28,000 - 32,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Maldon Essex
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Logistics Specialist
£28,000 - £32,000 DOE
Yolk Recruitment are supporting a growing organisation in the search for a proactive Logistics Specialist to coordinate UK and international transport, export shipments, and warehouse operations. This is a fast-paced, hands-on logistics role ideal for someone with strong Excel skills, freight knowledge, and a background in supply chain or transport coordination who enjoys improving efficiency, reducing costs, and keeping goods moving smoothly across global supply chains.
We are seeking an experienced Logistics Specialist / Transport Coordinator / Export Logistics Coordinator to oversee the planning and execution of day-to-day transport, warehouse scheduling, and international shipping activities. You will play a key role in ensuring the efficient, cost-effective movement of goods across road, sea, and air freight while supporting both UK distribution and export operations.
Key responsibilities:
Coordinate daily UK and international shipments, including road, sea, and air freight
Review sales orders and pre-book inbound and outbound transport in collaboration with internal teams
Create and optimise loading plans to maximise vehicle and container utilisation
Maintain and update daily warehouse loading schedules, ensuring clear communication of operational changes
Produce inventory picking instructions aligned with shipment and warehouse requirements
Source, review, and compare freight and carriage quotations to support cost-effective decision-making
Maintain transport cost tracking spreadsheets and support ongoing cost reduction initiatives
Prepare and check export paperwork and shipping documentation for accuracy
Act as a key contact for export and transport-related customer queries
Liaise with freight forwarders, carriers, and 3PL providers to manage performance and service levels
Support continuous improvement across logistics, transport planning, and supply chain processesThis is what you'll need:
Previous experience in a transport, logistics, supply chain, or export coordination role
Strong understanding of freight operations
Knowledge of export documentation and IncotermsAnd this is what you'll get:
Competitive salary
Long service awards
Wellbeing support