Logistics Coordinator

Location: Livingston, West Lothian
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Escape Recruitment is working with an established organisation in Livingston to recruit a Logistics Coordinator.

This is a varied position combining logistics coordination, shipping administration and quality documentation, working closely with internal departments and external transport providers to ensure products are dispatched efficiently and all associated records are accurate and compliant.

We are looking for someone who is highly organised, comfortable managing multiple priorities and has excellent attention to detail.

• Coordinating day to day shipping, freight and transport activities.

• Liaising with transport providers to arrange deliveries and shipments.

• Preparing, checking and maintaining shipping, export and certification documentation.

• Ensuring shipping activities and documentation comply with relevant customs and export requirements.

• Maintaining accurate operational, production and quality records.

• Coordinating information between internal departments, external providers and subcontractors.

• Supporting the effective planning of transport requirements and managing associated costs.

• Updating ERP and internal business systems to ensure information is accurate and accessible.

• Assisting with documentation reviews, inspections and continuous improvement activities.

• Providing updates on shipping activities and resolving operational issues.

• Previous experience in logistics, shipping, exports, supply chain coordination or a similar role.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills and previous experience using ERP systems.

• Good numerical and analytical skills.

• Confidence communicating with transport providers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.

• A proactive, flexible approach to problem solving.

Experience in export documentation, customs compliance or quality related administration would be particularly beneficial, although not all are essential.

The role requires flexibility to support overtime and occasional weekend working, particularly around month end operational requirements.

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires the jobholder to obtain certain authorisation or security clearances that will require interface with local and U.S. government authorities.

If you have experience in logistics, shipping or operational administration and are looking for a varied role where accuracy and organisation are key, please apply with your updated CV or contact Escape Recruitment for a confidential discussion.