Our client based in Milton Keynes is looking to recruit a Logistics Compliance Officer on a permanent basis...
This role is a new role for the business supporting the Logistics Manager with the implementation of new processes and procedures.
- To liaise internally to ensure we have current and correct data on our systems for HMRC etc. reporting
- To complete any necessary HMRC reports.
- To liaise with Compliance to ensure that the logistics team processes are current and are being followed.
- Use the available systems to monitor that duty rates are current and correct.
- To ensure that the duty entered by our freight forwarders is correct.
- Complete environmental compliance reports, sit in on Sustainability meetings, and work with the team on new initiatives
- Take ownership of ensuring compliance for HMRC reporting with the help of the Branch Logistics Manager.
- To deputise for the Branch Logistics Manager on Security Export Control.
- Create routine reports on compliance issues.
- Investigate specific incidents as required and recommend corrective or remedial actions.
- Identify continuous improvement areas, develop improvement ideas and follow them through to completion.
- To monitor the logistics team compliance to our internal processes and gather evidence as required for auditors/the compliance team.
- Contribute to a positive, high quality service culture within the Logistics Department.
Requirements
- Team player with a very robust, cheerful, and positive attitude.
- Experience of working in a logistics role, preferably with import/export experience, is desirable.
- Resilient and robust: a fundamental part of this role is to liaise with the wider businesses that may not see this as a priority.
- Ability to work consistently to high standards and contribute to the continuous improvement culture.
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, initiative and attention to detail.
- Able to work in a busy, results focused environment and able to prioritise workload effectively.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, but ultimately a practical, common-sensical attitude.
Hours: 9am - 5pm Mon - Fri
Agile working 3 days office based, 2 days working from home