Operations Assistant

Company Description DLA Logistics UK Ltd is a private company based in Brentford, operating in the domestic and international logistics market. Specializing in end-to-end part-load and full-load services, we facilitate business exchange between customers and suppliers across global markets. We offer value-added services such as customs management, cargo lashing, and container haulage to enhance the supply chain. Job description This is a full-time on-site role as an operations assistant at DLA UK located in Brentford. We are looking out for an operations assistant with experience in Logistics to manage the day-to-day operations working from our office in Brentford. The operations resource will have to collaborate closely with suppliers, transport hauliers, 3PL service providers and the customers.  Roles and responsibilities Managing customer booking, communications, scheduling daily transports and shipments by using the DLA Transport management system. Co-operate with the customs agent for the clearances of all the overseas Imports and exports. Manage all Collections and distribution by liaising with the hauliers and the 3PL partners. Regularly update the weekly plans and report to the managers. Update client with timely information with the milestones and POD recordings. Shipment documents management in the cloud storage. Update all supplier communication - Document all the new potential suppliers and the services in the transport management system of DLA. Monitor and track all supplier costs and verify with the pre agreed contracts and agreement. Required skills and qualifications At least 2 years’ experience in logistics or supply chain management Any Graduate in economics, transport, supply chain or logistics related degree is desirable. Experience in a freight forwarding, and transport companies are advantageous. Experience with any transport management system or ERP system is advantageous. Fluent in English (Required). Italian and any other languages are advantageous (not mandatory). Agile mind with the ability to adapt and accustom to any business situation quickly Effective in problem solving and readily available for new learnings wherever required. Operations and Operations Management skills Analytical Skills and Communication abilities Customer Service experience