Freight Forwarding Specialist - Leixlip
One of the largest providers of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland is looking to add a Freight Specialist to their team. The role will be based on the Intel site in Leixlip.
The ideal candidate will come from a manufacturing / logistics background with an understanding of Freight activities or with experience of import and export activities.
This role has become available as a direct result of continued growth within the organisation.
Permanent role, 39 hours week based 5 days on site on the Intel site. Mon-Fri.
Responsibilities:
· Support with freight planning activities and logistics coordination
Vendor PO follow up
· Support month end billing cycle where vendor or customer queries exist
· Co-ordination of PO requests for month end reconciliations
· Ensure rate file effective & expiry dates are current and up to date on SharePoint
· Archive outdated commercial buy and sell rates
· Follow up with vendors for rate file updates
· Checking of queried vendor invoices where ongoing disputes exist
· Production of commercial KPIs
· Creation of Power Point slides for SLT/QBR
· Support projects related to operational, productivity, cost improvement, process optimisation
Requirements
· 2+ years' experience in freight / logistics / import & export role
· Experience in working with suppliers
· Understanding of the negotiation / procurement process
· Ability to think ahead and plan accordingly
· Practical problem-solving ability
· Credible communication and negotiation skills at all levels
· Ability to identify, develop and implement innovative ideas
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