VTFIFF00891

City:
Milton Keynes
Department
International Freight Forwarding
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
We are looking for an OFF Commercial Coordinator to join our committed team based in our Tilbrook (MK7 8BN) office to provide direct support to the International Freight Forwarding business in all aspects of commercial activities to ensure business objectives are met.
The position will offer a salary of £30 - £35,500 (DOE) and an opportunity to work remotely up to 3 days per week with Monday & Tuesday onsite.

The benefits:

• 25 day’s holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days Volunteer Leave per year.
• Tailored development and career opportunities.
• Health Cash Plan scheme and free eye test.
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support, Life Events Counselling & Care Concierge.
• Free online fitness platform and up to 25% off gym membership.
• Onsite Mental Health First Aiders.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Critical Illness Cover.
• Employee Referral Scheme & access to high street vouchers.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage the daily workload of quotations received from clients, RHQ, UK Sales and/or Yusen Network, in line with department KPI’s.
• Engage and liaise with local Shipping Lines and/or Haulier contacts to obtain and negotiate day to day pricing required.
• Attend and contribute to local carrier meetings as and when required.
• Maintain and distribute ocean freight forwarding related tariffs and/or product tools for use by the wider OFF department.
• Support the OFF Sales team with quotations and service information relating to OFF products.
• Attend and participate in OFF Commercial Team meetings (Tilbrook site).
• Undertake any other duties as requested by the OFF Commercial Team Leader and/or OFF Commercial Manager as may be required in line with the department and/or company strategies or needs.

Key requirements

• Proven experience & industry knowledge of Ocean Freight operations.
• Highly organised with ability to work under pressure and to deadline.
• Excellent Stakeholder Management and Customer Service Skills.
• Flexible approach and ability to prioritise.
• Commercial mindset and great attention to detail.
• A strong financial understanding (profit & loss).
• Good understanding and knowledge of incoterms.
• Excellent Communication skills.
• Strong numerical skills are essential.
• Proactive approach and being able to respond to new challenges.
• Confident in the use of Microsoft applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & SharePoint. Knowledge and experience of using Power BI is highly advantageous.
• Good working knowledge of logistics operations.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential

• Manage the daily workload of quotations received from clients, RHQ, UK Sales and/or Yusen Network, in line with department KPI’s.
• Engage and liaise with local Shipping Lines and/or Haulier contacts to obtain and negotiate day to day pricing required.
• Attend and contribute to local carrier meetings as and when required.
• Maintain and distribute ocean freight forwarding related tariffs and/or product tools for use by the wider OFF department.
• Support the OFF Sales team with quotations and service information relating to OFF products.
• Attend and participate in OFF Commercial Team meetings (Tilbrook site).
• Undertake any other duties as requested by the OFF Commercial Team Leader and/or OFF Commercial Manager as may be required in line with the department and/or company strategies or needs