Logistics Coordinator

OUR BRAND
Rodd & Gunn New Zealand is one of the fastest growing Men's Clothing brands in France, Belgium, USA, Canada, UK, Australia and New Zealand. We have expanded our retail footprint across the Southern and Northern Hemisphere, now with over 64 retail lodges, 128 shop in shops, and 280 wholesale doors across the globe.
Job purpose - General summary and scope
The Global Logistics Coordinator plays a critical role in our Supply Chain and Logistics team. This position requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as a keen understanding of global logistics, transportation, and regulatory compliance. Other responsibility includes
liaising with freight forwarder and factory to ensure timely delivery of orders with the most efficient, cost-effective, sea / air freight of goods to each market - US, Canada, UK, Europe (The Netherlands), Australia and New Zealand.
Key duties and responsibilities
International Freight Management:
• Ensure factory order is ready time and contact forwarder to arrange shipment booking.
• Coordinate the transportation of goods through sea or air freight to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with forwarder to book suitable sailing on sea freight booking and negotiate rates to optimize cost-efficiency on air freight booking.
• Monitor shipments in real-time and address any delays or issues that may arise.
Customs Compliance:
• Ensure adherence to import / export regulations, tariffs, and customs documentation requirements.
• Coordinate with forwarder / customs brokers to facilitate the smooth clearance of goods.
• Stay updated on changes in international free trade regulations / agreements and changes in duty tariffs.
Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of vessel sailing, ETD and ETA of shipment booking.
• Coordinate with forwarder and internal teams to manage shipment booking and delivery to warehouse at destination.
• Provide weekly shipment report for internal teams visibility on all shipment bookings.
Documentation and Record-keeping
• Maintain organized records of shipments, invoices, and customs documentation.
• Ensuring accuracy of freight charges and approving forwarder invoice for payment.
Communication:
• To correspond with internal teams, forwarder and factories as required in a timely manner.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on the status of shipments and any relevant issues.