Logistics Administrator

at  Vestey Foods UK Ltd

THE COMPANY

At Vestey Foods UK Limited we specialise in the sourcing, development, import, and distribution of food products. We serve predominantly UK based customers: retailers, foodservices, manufacturers, wholesalers, defence services and public institutions.
A business within the wider Vestey Holdings family of businesses, our goal is to be the pivotal link in the food chain, enabling our customers to access the supply market more effectively whilst providing competitive advantage through our innovation.

THE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

• Excellent communicator & relationship builder
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong ability to understand, translate and present large amounts of complex data
• Able to work as an individual as well as part of a team
• Demonstrate tenacity, diligence & resilience
• Sound IT & PC skills including all Microsoft packages and Teams

OUR VALUES

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Unity
• Efficiency
• Drive to succeed
  This job description is intended as a general guide to the scope of the post and may change in line with the needs of the services or at the request of the company.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Logistics Administrator. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience and develop essential skills in various aspects of business and administration. This position is based in Runcorn, and it is ideal for someone who is eager to kickstart their career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administrative Support: Assist in providing general administrative support to the team, including managing incoming calls, responding to emails, filing documents and maintaining compliance within the logistics team.
• Data Entry and Record Keeping: Accurately input and maintain records and data using appropriate systems and software. Ensure data integrity, confidentiality and compliance with data protection guidelines.
• Communication: Assist in good communication with suppliers and customers, facilitating effective communication within the team.
• Documentation and Reporting: Assist in creating and maintaining business documents, including contracts, policies, and procedures. Support in the preparation of regular reports, presentations and statistical analysis when required.
• Project Support: Provide support to ongoing projects by conducting research, collecting data, and compiling reports. Assist in monitoring project timelines, milestones and deliverables.
• Customer Service: Assist in delivering excellent customer service, by responding to queries promptly and professionally. Handle customer / supplier inquiries and complaints ensuring they are resolved or escalated appropriately.
• Learning and Development: Actively participate in training programmes and learning opportunities to enhance business administration skills and knowledge. Seek feedback and apply new skills to improve performance.
• Work with departments on social sustainability projects, such as community volunteering
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Support logistics of inbound and outbound shipments, including coordinating with freight forwarders and customs brokers.