Logistics Assistant - FMCG - £26k to £36k DOE - Central North London
This is an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Assistant to join a very successful international company, that is establishing itself in the UK, with great progress and has already established itself as the fastest moving in the UK within its sector. They are a coffee specialist, being the number one in some international companies already, and offer a retail coffee shop outlet within various supermarket chains, which is already expanding into other supermarkets and outlets such as museums etc. Whilst they are a well established European company, they are relatively new in the UK but despite this they are proving a great success with fast growth and contracts already being won by large retail outlets, with many more starting up this year.
This is a great opportunity for someone with Logistics experience in the FMCG industry to join this friendly and ongoing successful company. You will have some relevant experience in Logistics within the FMCG industry, but really looking for quick growth in Supply Chain. They are extremely busy so definitely require someone who is driven and capable of working alone / looking to create their own stamp on their process.
SALARY ETC:
*£26k to £36k, depending on experience.
*Office based, however there is potential to work 1-day from home after probation period.
*Normally 8am to 4pm (7.5 hrs) but some slight felixbility in hours can be considered.
*Central North London
*Permanent, full-time
REQUIREMENTS:
*You MUST have full rights to work in the UK (They are not able to offer sponsorship)
*Some experience as aLogistics Assistant who is looking to grow and support the Supply Chain Manager.
*At least 1-years recent experience in a similar role, within FMCG
*Strong planning skills
*A logical and systematic approach to work with evidence of an ability to implement logistical changes and achieve outcomes
*Good time management, with the ability to work under pressure, maintain accuracy and keep to deadlines
*Excellent customer and team relationship skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external teams
*Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
*IT literacy, skills in Excel and ERP system experience
DUTIES TO INCLUDE:
*Manage all orders from customers via phone / email / EDI with tasks including raising orders, allocating to 3PL, managing bookings and seeing the orders through to invoice stage
*Manage delivery issues, rejections and returns on ERP system, as well as raising of some Purchase Orders and the booking in of stock
*Stock planning for the E-Commerce and 3PL
*Interacting with our oversea offices and Senior Management
*Day to day contact for customers and suppliers; mainly from our Group Supply but a few key suppliers in the UK
*Assistant in management of retail portals; including the setup of SKUs
*General support operation where needed