Logistics & Warehouse Coordinator

Role Description

Are you a meticulous, detail-oriented professional with a passion for logistics and warehouse management? AST Networks is looking for a Logistics & Warehouse Coordinator to join our UK Distribution hub. In this dual role, you will be at the heart of our operations, ensuring that both our logistics and warehouse functions run seamlessly. You will be responsible for providing accurate freight quotations, preparing export paperwork, and managing the efficient flow of goods through our warehouse—from receipt to shipment.

This role demands precision, effective communication, and the ability to resolve issues quickly. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to exceeding customer expectations, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

The Elements

Job Content

Responsibilities and Deliverables:

• Logistics Coordination
• Provide accurate freight quotes for both inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely deliveries.
• Arrange collections to and from AST Networks UK warehouses, ensuring smooth logistics operations.
• Prepare and complete shipment documentation for export across all AST Networks departments.
• Review and verify freight invoices for accuracy before approval and payment.
• Promptly resolve any queried freight invoices to avoid delays.

Warehouse Management

• Manage warehouse inventory, including the receipt, inspection, and storage of goods.
• Document any damages or discrepancies with photographic evidence and reports.
• Ensure goods meet quality standards before labelling and storage.
• Maintain accurate stock rotation practices to preserve inventory integrity.
• Handle returns by checking goods against drivers’ paperwork, noting discrepancies, and processing accordingly.
• Oversee the pick, pack, and shipment of goods via AST Networks' preferred service providers.
• Adhere to company policies regarding quarantine of goods and maintain import/export documentation.

The Person - Bringing your personality to AST Networks

• An Effective communicator - strong listening skills with a can-do attitude
• Team Player: A collaborative approach with strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with internal teams.
• Self-Motivated: A high level of self-motivation, with the drive to prioritise effectively and achieve set KPIs.

##Essential Experience / Qualifications / Educational attainments

• Strong knowledge of Incoterms 2020 rules and experience in creating transportation documentation for international shipments.
• Confident communicator, both verbally and in writing, at all business levels.
• High numerical competence with attention to detail in handling quantities, part numbers, and packing instructions.
• Physical ability to stand, sit, move, squat, walk, and climb with or without reasonable adjustments.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and intermediate skills in Microsoft Office.
• Qualification in lithium batteries by air (dangerous goods) or the willingness to complete the qualification.

The Rewards

• Career development and opportunity to learn and grow within the Company.
• A value led culture that puts its people first – you are our Company.
• Attractive and competitive salaries
• Excellent working environment which caters for all people of all abilities
• Company Pension scheme (including salary sacrifice)
• Private Health insurance for you (with the option of adding family members)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Assurance (3 x salary)
• Long Service Awards and many communities (global) staff events
• 23 days Annual Leave (+ Bank Holidays)
• Enhanced holiday scheme where you get additional days holiday after 3 and 5 years of service.
• License for Pluralsight to enable continuous development
• Employee Events
• Savings and Discounts available at numerous high street retailers
• Free Parking with Electric Car Charging Points
• Free Tea, Coffee & Fruit!

The AST Networks Story

We have a talented team of over 180 people in global offices providing connectivity solutions to a wide range of maritime and land customers around the World in a multitude of industries. From mining, oil and gas to emergency services and shipping. We pride ourselves on our values and our success is driven by a talented and dedicated team of professionals who work together to achieve our goals.

AST Networks is a trusted global satellite communication solutions provider. Providing a comprehensive range of bespoke solutions over Satellite, whilst ensuring all infrastructure, high quality voice and data connectivity is reliable and available 24/7 to the most remote and inhospitable areas. We understand the critical importance of staying connected in today’s World and we leverage our expertise and cutting-edge technology to provide a range of reliable connectivity solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients - helping the most innovative companies and vulnerable people deliver data, including voice over, to any device, anywhere in the moment.

Our vision is to empower our customers with pioneering, dependable remote communication solutions that deliver operational excellence in situations that demand faultless performance. For more information, please visit https://www.ast-networks.com/

To apply please send CV and cover letter to; Applied Satellite Technology, Bessemer Way, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 0LX - email: [email protected]

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Closing date: 4th October 2024