Air & Sea Logistics Administrator
Role: ASL Administrator
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday 08:30 - 17:30
Location: Northampton
Why Join DACHSER?
At DACHSER, we’re a global family powering over 83 million shipments every year—from fashion to life-saving medical supplies. Ranked among the world’s top logistics providers, we don’t just move goods—we keep the world connected.
What really sets us apart? Our people. Here, your ideas matter, your energy fuels success, and you’ll be part of a fast-paced, supportive team that’s shaping the future of logistics.
Purpose Of the Role:
To handle and ensure the smooth and efficient running of the sea and air freight department.
Ensure that international deliveries/collections and transport are affected without undue delay.
Tasks
- Arranging Import & Export deliveries/collections and monitor transportation within Air & Sea
- Raising documentation necessary for international transport
- Checking import/export shipping documentation
- Arranging Customs clearance
- Invoicing and processing suppliers’ invoices promptly
- Processing quotations when required – ad hoc and using tariffs
- Negotiating transport and handling costs
- Updating tracking systems
- Liaison with third parties to move goods by air/sea in accordance with customer requirements
- Daily communication with overseas offices
- Provision of efficient and high-quality customer service
- Dealing with queries and issues within internal & external clients
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Excellent communication skills – with the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Excellent IT skills
- Excellent standard of customer service
- Solid time management
- Highly adaptable
- Confident and approachable
- Experience of working in Air and Sea Environment
- Geographical Knowledge
- Previous Import/Export experience
Benefits That Support You
At DACHSER, we believe in taking care of our people — inside and outside of work. Here’s what you can enjoy as part of our team:
- Free Car Parking — hassle-free parking every day, so your commute is stress-free.
- 25 Days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday – generous time off to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
- Life Assurance — Death in Service benefit to provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
- Employee Assistance Programme — confidential support to help you manage any personal challenges affecting your wellbeing and work.
- Employee Discounts — from day one, access exclusive deals on holidays, fashion, supermarkets, gyms, insurance, and more.
- Pension Plan — a flexible, tax-efficient pension scheme where you decide your contribution level, helping you plan.
- Health Perks — free eye tests and money-off vouchers to keep you feeling your best.
- Internal Referral Fees — know someone perfect for the team? Earn rewards by referring great talent.
- Long Service Awards — we celebrate and reward your loyalty and commitment over time.
Join Our Inclusive Family
At DACHSER, everyone is welcome. Diversity and equal opportunities are at the heart of who we are. We value the unique qualities each person brings, believing that diverse teams drive innovation and success. Because for us, logistics is a people business — and we can’t wait to meet you.