Event Logistics Coordinator

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the logistics and freight forwarding industry? Look no further! We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our hugely successful Exhibition and Event team in Birmingham as an Event Logistics Coordinator. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in the business and gain valuable insights into the industry. Your Role As part of our Expo & Events team, you will be providing operational support to clients and the rest of the team in order to ensure that our customer expectations are met/exceeded. You will be in communication with a variety of people, including overseas customers and agents. It is a varied role and your training will equip you to be involved in problem solving, finance tracking and supporting the department with their day-to-day duties. This is not just another job, it's an exciting opportunity to be a part of something big and make a real difference. So, if you are ready to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best in the business, then we want to hear from you! Your Responsibilities

• Coordinate transport services for events/exhibitions globally mainly via air / sea freight with some road freight
• Ensuring all critical information and elements (i.e. documentation) are present when arranging shipments.
• Liaise with all relevant parties to ensure that customer expectations are met during the shipment cycle
• Respond on time to customs requests, and manage any issues that may arise during the shipment
• Support communication with internal teams, to align on event objectives and logistics.
• Assist in tracking event expenses and managing budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Handle queries from colleagues and suppliers
  
  Some experience in logistics is a plus.
• Passion for delivering excellent customer service with a strong work ethic
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Solid planning and organizational abilities, with the capability to multitask and self-manage
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel