Expediting Coordinator
Reference No:
MW407102
Description:
purpose
this job description provides a statement of responsibilities and activities associated with the relevant position to assist you in performing your work. the company expects each individual to participate enthusiastically and in a professional manner to achieve a high standard of work.
introduction
the position of transport and expediting coordinator reports directly to the transport and expediting supervisor.
responsibilities and duties
the responsibilities of the transport and expediting coordinator shall include, but are not limited to; those contained in the following:
*to coordinate the day to day expediting activities based upon po / wo / do and delivery criticality and in conjunction with the sap and procurement departments.
*to assist in the arrangement for provision of the transport requests of the company and to ensure prompt action to these requests. this to include the appointment of the freight agent based upon method of freight, urgency, cost and ultimate destination and to ensure the use of company frame agreements where appropriate.
*to assist in the provision of progress reports of all transportation requests to the relevant departments concerned in relation to shipping schedules and delivery confirmation to ultimate consignee on a day to day basis.
*to assist in advising the relevant departments of any unforeseen delays in arrival at the ultimate consignee which may / will have an impact on the performance of their duties.
*to assist in the arrangement for prompt inward clearance of all items through customs and to ensure no delays which may have an adverse cost impact or a negative operational effect on the company.
*to be aware of and to assist in the day to day compliance of the appointed freight agents to all transportation rules and regulations and also all hmce and dti requirements in order to comply with the companies obligations.
*to work day to day with the logistics, warehouse and yard operations to ensure a free and accurate flow of information.
*to enter day to day transport requests into sap.
*to undertake any administration tasks in relation to their duties.
qualification and experience
the following are the minimum qualifications for the position of transport and expediting coordinator. however, they are to be used as guidelines only as each individual shall be judged on their individual qualifications and experience.
education
*good secondary education and familiar with microsoft office software, in particular microsoft excel.
experience
*previous experience in a similar role working to strict deadlines. transport knowledge advantageous.
Location:
Aberdeen
Salary:
Neg (TBC)
Posted:
24/June/2008
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