Logistics Operations Officer

Our client is currently recruiting for a Logistics Operations Officer. Based in Aberdeen, the role is on a long-term contract and offers hybrid working.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare the Projects /operations specific procedures for Shipping, Customs and packaging of Projects/operations materials.
• Prepare the technical enquiry package for Shipping and Customs services.
• Plan the Shipping and Customs activities with Project Material Manager and Expediting Department in case of Projects / operations material.
• Plan the Shipping and Customs activities with Asset Management in case of Asset material.
• Coordinate the Suppliers (Forwarders and/or Customs agents) with regard to the management of the transport of the goods, in accordance with the Transport Service Contract Documents.
• Manage / prepare the documents required to the execution of the Shipping and Customs activities, such as import, export and transit of materials in accordance with Customs, port requirements and company procedures.
• Ensure that necessary studies for abnormal cargoes, such as method statement, drawings, transport procedures, are available and distributed according to Projects / operations requirements.
• Prepare shipping documents using company software tools.
• Provide Shipping and Customs reports in accordance with Projects / operations requirements.
• Keep constantly up-to-date the budget of the Shipping and Customs service agreements.
• Use SAP for the management of Shipping and Customs activities and ensure timely updating.
• Prepare the Service Entry Sheet in accordance with Transport Service Contract Documents.
• Ensure the retrievable archive of Shipping and Customs documents.
• Support the material purchasing department to manage Shipping and Customs issues (choice of the INCOTERMS, etc.).
• Provide feedback information using company software tools on Suppliers performances (Forwarders and/or Customs agents).

REQUIREMENTS:

The Successful candidate should have the following experience/qualifications:

• Expertise in Export and Imports required.
• Freight forwarding or Logistics experience is required.
• A basic understanding of License requirements is advisable.