They now seek to appoint a capable, diligent and motivated Operations Support Executive to assist with the procurement and shipping of specialist equipment required for their worldwide activities. Full training will be given. The nature of their work is highly project focused and would see the successful candidate working closely from pre-bid/bid phase, through initialisation and delivery to demobilisation at the end of the project. In addition to this, you would provide regular updates to the Operations team on the status of requisitions. You should be motivated by driving efficiency and in actively seeking alternative more cost effective solutions.
Your role will include:
* Logistics planning for exporting goods to international project sites, including preparation of shipping documentation
* Sourcing and procuring equipment for international project requirements
* Researching new suppliers and forging relationships where appropriate. Also maintain the database and keep abreast of trends
* Acting as a point of contact for incoming project correspondence, monitoring the progress of assigned projects, including equipment levels and field reports.
* Ensuring all equipment orders are received, logged and tracked
* Proactively following up with suppliers ensuring all purchase orders, relevant documents and authorisations are conducted within the projects time frames and budgets.
Previous experience in international shipping/freight, procurement and logistics is strongly desired.
This is a business with momentum. They support and develop their staff and have created a great atmosphere in which the right person will develop their responsibility. If you are interested in this role, please apply online without delay
Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year