Freight Administrator

We are currently looking for a Freight Administrator to join our team, based in Tiverton, Devon, you will be responsible for the administration of all freight legal compliance and operational efficiency and effectiveness in Dormakaba Supply chains. A job that matters: Your Tasks

• Consolidate and track freight supplier information to be used in Vendor appraisals to include NCR's, on time delivery, contact details etc.
• Maintain data used on Freight control tower (Exceptions, timed spend)
• Provide quotations for Freight movements, develop knowledge to offer guidance to the business for the movement of goods both domestically and internationally.
• Develop specific product knowledge to be able to work out weight & dimensions for freight quotes and paperwork.
• Tracking of carrier spend and fluctuations, Invoice auditing and clearances.
• Complete and track all actions and paperwork required for Import of goods to all Dormakaba sites using various procedures and selection of the best forwarder or carrier.
• Coordinating container / air freight shipment dates with forwarders / suppliers, tracking overseas shipments to know when delivery will occur and minimising delivery time and cost into the UK.
An experience that matters: Your Skills


• Proven ability to be organised, diligent, methodical, In an environment where you manage data accurately.
• Excellent Eye for detail and strong organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Import and Export experience desirable but not essential.
• Experience of using SAP (or equivalent) MRP desirable but not essential.
  
  We are at the heart of every place that matters. As a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. Our work is IMPORTANT. YOU are important. We provide our people with the tools to shape their careers for growth. With around 16,000 employees worldwide, EVERY team member contributes to our mission and can make a positive difference. By working as one global team, we continue growing the business, growing together, and growing ourselves. Build your career with us!, At dormakaba we are a globally successful company, with a family business culture employing more than 15,000 employees worldwide. In the UK, we offer many development and training opportunities, supporting over 500 employees in the field as well as within our various office locations.
  
  We care for our employees and so as well as an attractive salary offering, we also provide the following benefits:
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Holiday Purchase Scheme (buy up to 3 additional days across 12 months)
• Enhanced, Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (You pay 3% of your salary, we pay 6%)
• Life Assurance
• Healthcare Support, including an Employee Support and Assistance Programme
• Health & Wellbeing App inc. Digital GP Service
• Upon reaching qualifying period, enhanced maternity and paternity offer to eligible employees
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Employee Discounts scheme