Logistics & Export Coordinator

Function

For the position of Logistics & Export Coordinator You will be responsible for the following:

• The drafting of, monitoring and adjusting production planning based on orders, capacity and delivery times;
• The organising container bookings and transport operations in collaboration with shipping lines, freight forwarders and other logistics partners;
• The monitoring schedules and deadlines, so that goods are ready for dispatch on time;
• The preparation, checking and following up on export and transport documents to ensure that the administrative process is handled correctly;
• Co-ordinating collaboration between production, the warehouse, transport and export to ensure a smooth flow of goods;
• The tracking container shipments from departure to arrival and the timely identification of any anomalies;
• Proactively resolving delays, changes or other operational challenges to ensure the continuity of the process;
• Maintaining clear and professional communication with colleagues, customers and external partners.

Profile

Are you the Logistics & Export Coordinator what we are looking for?

• You are responsible and meticulous and manages your cases from start to finish;
• You are proactive, takes the initiative and does not wait for a problem to arise;
• You’re good at planning, organisation and follow-up and keeps track of multiple cases;
• You are flexible and able to cope with stress and can adapt quickly to changes or unexpected situations;
• You communicate clear and professional with colleagues, clients and external partners;
• You have an affinity for logistics and production. Experience in export, container transport or international logistics is an advantage;
• You have a a good knowledge of Dutch, English and French, both spoken and written. Knowledge of these three languages is important for smooth collaboration with clients and partners.

Organisation

Our Kortrijk-based client is a company engaged in the trading, packaging and distribution of fresh and frozen agricultural products, such as potatoes, vegetables and fruit. It supplies these products to retail, catering, food service and wholesale customers, both nationally and internationally. They are also a mandate holder of several production sites.

Offer

In addition to a full-time role Logistics & Export Coordinator At a rapidly growing company, you can count on the following:

• Gross salary according to knowledge and experience supplemented by fringe benefits;
• Flexible working hours (fixed hours between 9h-17h);
• 20 holidays + 12 adv days (to be freely chosen by mutual agreement - 6 adv days must definitely be taken in the 1st half of the year);
• You will join a team of 2 including the CEO;
• A company where you can make your mark and help build further growth.