Logistics Specialist

About This Job

Zoomlion

Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Work Mode: On-site

Industry: Machinery Manufacturing

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• International Trade & Documentation

Prepare and manage all transit documentation for machines and spare parts from origin to destination.Expertly review and prepare documents under Letters of Credit (LC) terms for export.Manage Duty and VAT payments for imports from China, ensuring full compliance with HMRC regulations.Stay current on import declarations and transport regulations within the UK and Ireland.

• Shipment Coordination & Monitoring

Provide end-to-end monitoring of cargo (Import/Export/Local) and maintain real-time tracking reports.Liaise with the China export team, product lines, and logistics providers to optimize delivery timelines.Coordinate directly with shipping lines, ports, brokers, and haulage companies to ensure on-time delivery.Collaborate with the EU Logistics Team for cross-regional and intra-subsidiary movements.

• Commercial & Compliance

Negotiate shipping quotations with a focus on balancing cost-efficiency with service commitments under time-sensitive pressure.Ensure every shipment adheres to strict logistics compliance standards.Support emerging regulatory requirements, including Carbon Emission compliance and CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) reporting.

Requirements

Proven experience in import/export and heavy machinery transportation.Bachelor's degree in Logistics, or a related field.Highly organized with the ability to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative approach.Excellent problem-solving abilities.Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and email communication.Fluent in English communication.