Logistics Assistant - Excellent Benefits

Logistics Assistant

Location: Stansted, Essex

Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Benefits

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Hybrid working available after successful completion of training On-site parking Pension scheme Employee product discounts EV charging facilities on-siteAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Logistics Assistant to join a successful and growing international business. This organisation has built a strong reputation within its sector and prides itself on fostering a collaborative, supportive working environment where employees are valued and encouraged to contribute ideas and drive continuous improvement.

This role is ideal for an analytically minded logistics or supply chain professional who enjoys working with data, improving processes, and supporting efficient operations. You will play a key role in ensuring shipments are delivered on time, inventory levels are effectively managed, and logistics costs are controlled, while identifying opportunities to improve performance across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse shipment data to ensure timely deliveries and identify trends or areas for improvement. Monitor and optimise order planning activities to meet customer demand and minimise delays. Manage and track inventory levels, ensuring stock remains aligned with operational requirements and budgets. Review logistics expenditure and recommend cost saving initiatives without compromising service levels. Maintain accurate logistics data, ensuring records relating to shipments, stock, and orders are up to date. Work closely with procurement, sales, and warehouse teams to support smooth supply chain operations. Develop and monitor logistics KPIs, including delivery performance, stock accuracy, and cost efficiency. Identify opportunities to improve logistics processes and support implementation of best practices. Assist with forecasting and planning activities to ensure optimal stock availability. Produce regular reports and analysis for management to support informed business decisions.To be successful in this role, you will have:

Previous experience within a logistics, supply chain, or distribution environment. Strong analytical skills with experience using SAP and advanced Excel. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. A proactive and solutions focused approach to problem solving. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across different departments. A commercial mindset with the ability to understand and improve operational performance.Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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