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Logistics Specialist
Magnera Corporation —Maldon
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Data analysis skills
- English
Freight Forwarder
Robert Kukla Spedition UK Ltd —Mountnessing
- Full-time
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
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11d
Warehouse Administrator
CCT WORLDWIDE —Gravesend
- £28,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Data entry
- Organisational skills
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6d
Air Key Account Operator
DSV —Purfleet
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
Customs Process Administrator
Customs Support Group —Langford
- Full-time
- Maths
- Communication skills
European Operator
Uniserve —Tilbury
- Full-time
- IT
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Trainee Sales Executive
Dachser —Dartford
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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10d
Junior Customs Administrator
Trafertir International Transport Ltd —Basildon
- £12.71 - £14.00 an hour
- Part-time
- IT
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Freight Forwarder
Saffron Vantage —Witham
- £28,000 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
Export Operator
Uniserve —Tilbury
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Referral programme
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6d
Sales Executive
Scientific Lab Supplies —Wickford
- £50,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Import Customs Coordinator - Basildon
Albini e Pitigliani Spa —Basildon
- £27,000 - £28,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
3d
Business Development Executive / UK
Arca Trade Group —Basildon
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- CRM software
Administrative Assistant
DSV —Purfleet
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Annual leave
Customer Service Specialist
DSV —Purfleet
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Annual leave
Export Operator
Uniserve (U K) Ltd —Tilbury
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Quick apply
6d
Office Administrator - Dartford
Davies Turner —Dartford
- £22,000 - £26,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- IT
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
11d

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Logistics Specialist

Magnera Corporation -
Maldon

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Job details

Full-time

Benefits

Company pension

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
CIPS
GCSE
Data analysis skills
Logistics
English
Continuous improvement
Organisational skills
IT
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

Overview:

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Logistics Specialist

Role Overview

The Logistics Specialist is responsible for coordinating day-to-day transport, export, and warehouse logistics activities, supporting both UK and international shipments. The role plays a key part in ensuring efficient, cost-effective movement of goods by reviewing sales orders, pre-booking transport, creating loading and inventory plans, and acting as a central liaison between Customer Service, Planning, Warehousing, suppliers, and third-party logistics providers.

Working in a fast-paced environment, this role requires strong organizational skills, commercial awareness, and a high level of attention to detail, particularly in relation to transport costs, export documentation, and supplier performance.

Mon to Fri

8am to 5pm

1 hr unpaid break

Responsibilities:

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Review sales orders and pre-book inbound and outbound shipments in collaboration with Customer Service and Planning teams
Coordinate UK and export shipments across road, sea, and air freight, including groupage consignments
Create detailed loading plans to optimise vehicle and container utilisation
Update and maintain the daily warehouse loading schedule to support efficient operations and communicate changes quickly and effectively
Create inventory picking instructions in line with shipment and warehouse requirements
Obtain and compare carriage quotes to support the Supply Chain and Commercial teams
Maintain and update transport and shipping cost spreadsheets
Monitor and support ongoing improvements in shipping costs for export and UK special consignments
Maintain strong commercial awareness when reviewing transport options and supplier charges

Export & Customer Support

Act as a point of contact for customer queries relating to export procedures and transport arrangements
Ensure correct application of Incoterms and compliance with export documentation and shipping requirements
Support the preparation and accuracy of export paperwork and carriage documentation

Supplier & 3PL Management

Maintain, monitor, and continuously improve supplier and carrier performance
Track third-party logistics (3PL) performance concerns and implement robust countermeasures where required
Liaise with freight forwarders and transport providers to ensure service levels, cost control, and operational reliability

Administration, Reporting & KPIs

Produce and maintain KPI reporting related to transport performance, cost, and service levels, including On Time Delivery reports and monitoring
Maintain accurate logistics records, reports, and spreadsheets to support operational and audit requirements
Support continuous improvement through data analysis and performance tracking

Skills & Competancies

Strong organisational and time management skills
Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
Customer-focused mindset with strong communication skills both verbal and written
Commercial awareness and cost-control focus
Ability to work effectively under pressure in a transport environment

Technical & Industry Knowledge

Understanding of Incoterms
Knowledge of road, sea, and air freight operations
Experience with groupage shipments
Working knowledge of export paperwork requirements and international shipping procedures

Qualifications:

Education & Experience (Desirable)

GCSE English & Maths (A–C or equivalent)
Industry-recognised qualification in Logistics or Supply Chain (e.g. IoSCM, CIPS) desirable
Certificate in Export Documentation – desirable
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a transport or logistics environment
Fluent English (written and verbal)

Personal Attributes

Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Able to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
Proactive, solution-oriented approach
Strong collaborator across internal teams and external partners

What we provide

Training and ongoing development
Friendly team environment
Pension matched to 7.5%

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Wellbeing support
Long service awards.
Recognition of excellent work.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Evidence of eligibility will be required as part of the recruitment process, in line with UK Home Office requirements.

Agency Statement

We work with a small number of preferred recruitment partners and therefore ask that recruitment agencies do not submit speculative CVs for this role. Any unsolicited CVs received will be treated as direct applications. Thank you for your understanding.

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