Logistics Coordinator

About the role

Bryden pi is recruiting a Logistics Coordinator for its Logistics Department within the Operations Division. The incumbent coordinates and manages all import and export logistics so that shipments are processed, cleared and delivered accurately, compliantly and within KPIs, while keeping high customer service standards and cost control.

Key responsibilities

• Process import documentation accurately and on time in line with Customs laws and regulations
• Check shipping documents against purchase orders and government purchase orders for pricing, descriptions, quantities and compliance
• Manage government purchase order drawdowns and monthly reconciliations with customs brokers
• Handle advanced shipment files, Bills of Lading, Airway Bills and supporting documents for pre-clearance
• Verify piece counts and shipment details against commercial and CARICOM invoices, and ensure customs values, duty rates, VAT and CIF values are accurate
• Maintain the CET listing and tariff classifications, and manage permits, licenses, concessions, chemical drawdowns and notices of approval
• Coordinate customs declarations to reduce delays, penalties, storage, rent and demurrage costs, and secure marine insurance where needed
• Investigate stock losses, customs discrepancies, rent and demurrage, administer claims and maintain shipment logs and import status reports
• Prepare quotations, proforma invoices and export documentation, and coordinate direct exports, drop shipments, HES exports and customer orders
• Handle returns, repairs, cold-chain shipments, certificates of origin and other export documents, and resolve export claims and customer complaints

Required profile

• Minimum of five CXC passes including Mathematics and English Language
• Diploma or degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field, or a recognized professional certification in Shipping, Customs, Freight Forwarding or International Trade, combined with relevant experience
• At least three years' experience in a shipping, customs or logistics environment
• Valid Police Certificate of Good Character

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of import/export procedures and customs regulations; knowledge of classifications is an asset
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Planning, organization, time management, attention to detail, customer service and teamwork