

UK Logistics Specialist
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This role is for a UK Logistics Specialist with a contract length of 3 to 6 months, offering a competitive pay rate. Key skills include 2+ years in international logistics, proficiency in TMS and BI tools, and relevant certifications.
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United Kingdom
π± - Currency
β¬ EUR
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π° - Day rate
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ποΈ - Date discovered
August 8, 2025
π - Project duration
3 to 6 months
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ποΈ - Location type
Unknown
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π - Contract type
Unknown
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π - Security clearance
Unknown
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π - Location detailed
Hounslow, England, United Kingdom
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π§ - Skills detailed
#SQL (Structured Query Language) #Python #Code Reviews #BI (Business Intelligence) #SAP #"ETL (Extract #Transform #Load)" #Microsoft Power BI #Documentation #Data Extraction
Role description
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Main Tasks and responsibilities:
β’ Assist the procurement team in tendering, benchmarking, contract negotiation and annual review of carriers (air, sea, road, courier) and customs brokers across the UK.
β’ Define and continuously monitor KPIs: port-to-warehouse and last-mile lead-time, damage rate, on-time pick-up, customs release time, freight cost; submit weekly dashboards to the Warehouse Manager.
β’ Act as first responder for transit delays, cargo damage, customs holds or documentation gaps; initiate contingency plans and provide solutions in a timely mannner.
β’ Use TMSοΌBI tools and cost-service models to optimise current air, sea, road and multimodal routes; deliver quarterly savings proposals and risk assessments.
β’ Design 6β12-month forward transportation routes based on business growth, new-model launches, tariff changes and import/export regulations.
β’ Ensure all import/export declarations comply with UK HMRC, EU CDS, IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements; obtain and keep HS-code reviews, certificates of origin, EUR.1, AEO accreditation etc,.
β’ Maintain daily/weekly alignment with Purchasing, Planning, Warehouse, Finance, Customer Service and OEM customers to synchronise forecasts, inventory, ASN, claims and invoicing.
Ideal candidate profile:
β’ 2+ years experience of international logistics / freight forwarding / carrier management; proven expertise in UK-EU import/export, Incoterms 2020 and customs updates.
β’ Bachelorβs or above in Logistics, International Trade, Supply-Chain or related; CILT(UK) Level 3, IATA FIATA or equivalent preferred.
β’ Proficient in TMS, SAP TM/LE, Excel Power Query, Power BI; SQL/Python for data extraction & visualisation is a plus.
β’ Deep knowledge of UK customs tariff, CDS, T1/T2 procedures, AEO/FAST-PLUS; familiar with ADR dangerous-goods regulations.
β’ Fluent English (written & spoken, C1+); Chinese or other European languages advantageous.
β’ Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills; PRINCE2 / PMP certification desirable.
β’ Data-driven, resilient, willing to work overtime during peak and occasional night shifts.
Benefits:
β’ Competitive salary based on experience and qualification
β’ 25 Days annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays
β’ Workplace pension
β’ Team building events and employee learning opportunities
About BYD UK
BYD UK is the UK distributor of BYD Company Ltd which is a China-based company and a global leading-edge provider of green energy technologies. BYD UK offers a range of electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses and all-electric forklift trucks. BYD is expanding its UK operations to support a growing portfolio of electric bus projects.