Logistics Coordinator

Monday to Friday, 08:30–17:00

£15.86 per hour

Horsham, RH12

(6-month contract)

Gi Group are recruiting on behalf of our client, a global life sciences company providing products and services used in scientific research, healthcare, and industrial laboratories. As part of a global team, what you do contributes directly to the mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

Location: Horsham, RH12

Pay rate: £15.86 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30–17:00 (38.75 hours per week)

Contract length: 6 months

Interview process: No interviews

Logistics Coordinator Key responsibilities:

• Import process: Review shipping documents and provide customs clearance instructions for all incoming shipments
• Export process: Raise required documentation for all exports
• Accurately enter shipment details into courier ERP systems to support smooth collections and deliveries
• File all order-related paperwork in line with regulatory and study requirements to maintain AEO (Authorised Economic Operator) status
• Proactively handle internal and external customer enquiries and resolve issues
• Track pro-forma invoices for approval with clients/couriers; arrange shipping and follow up regularly to meet SLAs
• Submit applications for Certificates of Origin via the local Chamber of Commerce
• Raise Controlled Drug Licence applications and coordinate review/approval with the relevant Government Ministerial Department
• Day-to-day liaison with couriers to arrange shipments and source best shipping options
• Work with internal departments to ensure timely completion of order-related activities
• Support cross-functional process improvement activities
• Provide cross-training to other team members when requested by the line manager
• Apply Good Manufacturing Principles (GMP) in all areas of responsibility
• Support delivery of Logistics RFT and OTIF performance metrics
• Complete additional duties as required to meet business needs

Logistics Coordinator Preferred qualifications / experience:

• Knowledge of GMP requirements and experience in a GMP facility (highly desirable but not essential)
• Experience working in an operational environment
• Confident using electronic/automated systems and equipment
• Microsoft Excel and MS Word skills
• Strong planning and organisational ability
• General admin skills (filing, photocopying, office housekeeping)
• Able to guide and mentor others effectively
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Commitment to compliance with cGMP, Quality Systems and training requirements

Important note

The successful candidate will be required to provide 5 years’ work references.

If you’re looking for a Logistics Coordinator role with consistent full-time hours, apply today and a Gi Group consultant will be in touch.