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GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and more than 53, 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. 
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.  

Reference

2024-14475  

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Operational activities - Operational Quality

Job title

Project Specialist

Position requirements and constraints (working hours…)

37.5 hours Monday to Friday

Job description

To provide integrated logistics solutions for customers specialising in the Projects / Oil & Gas sector.
To ensure adherence to the CAA, TAPA & physical security regulations always.
always Ensuring compliance to Health & Safety policies. That housekeeping guidelines are maintained
That HMRC, GDP and IATA regulations are adhered to.
Objective / Purpose of the Job
• Receiving and checking purchase order details from customer
• Providing exceptional customer service as expected from a Global Freight Forwarder
• Liaison / expediting with suppliers regarding goods readiness dates/terms of sale
• Arranging collections and deliveries
• Arrange packing of cargo as required
• Requesting/receiving/checking export documents from suppliers
• Consolidation of cargo for export by all transport Modes
• Booking space with carriers
• Completing export / import documentation
• Maintaining/updating in house & external bespoke IT track and trace systems
• Other duties as required and commensurate with the position
Key Activities / Accountabilities
• Close and high quality liaison with customer, suppliers and packers
• Close working relationship with Geodis UK offices and warehouse colleagues
• Good interface with other Geodis operations worldwide as required
• Maintenance of IT track and trace systems
• Maintenance of external internet portals
• Solve in a proactive manner any operational disputes with customers and Geodis offices and agents worldwide
• Invoicing: Target levels are met
• Accurate accruals for cost and Income. Parameters will be informed accordingly
Special Working Conditions
• The availability to work extended/flexible hours to ensure that cargo is received and despatched in accordance with customer requirements

Applicant's profile

Essential Education and/ or Training

• Educated to ‘O' / GCSE and or ‘A' level standard or equivalent
Preferred Experience and Knowledge

• 3-year minimum experience with the following basic skills:
o Knowledge of international air/sea/road Freight Forwarding/ Industrial Projects
o Experience in UK customs formalities
o Knowledge/fluency in French and/or other European languages an advantage
o Some commercial experience would also be an advantage
o Proven experience of heavy Sea freight and project cargo would be of advantage
o Experience in onshore / offshore wind farm projects would be of advantage
o Any Air or Sea freight charter experience
Necessary Technical / Functional Skills

• Good computer skills
• Able to communicate fluently in English
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
• Good team player
• IT Literate (Word and Excel intermediate level is essential)
Required Behavioural Competencies

• Ability to work under pressure
• Good personal presentation
• Flexibility on working hours

Working time (%)

100

Position location

Position place

Europe, United Kingdom, Scotland, Aberdeen City

Location

Candidate criteria

Years of experience in similar position

Junior (1 to 5 years of experience)

Languages

English (Fluent)