Logistics & Administration Officer
Alpinter is a leading manufacturer, designer and supplier of tents and core relief items (such as blankets, jerrycans, hygiene kits, tool kits etc.) for the UN agencies, NGOs, governments and international humanitarian organizations worldwide. Active in the industry since 1988, we stand out for being implicitly involved in the development of our products to ensure they meet the needs of beneficiaries. Our proactive approach to logistics uses storage centres around the globe, allowing delivery to any location, anywhere in the world, in a very limited time period.
Alpinter is part of World of Tents. World of Tents is a group with a heart for tents. It is the parent company of several tent brands, including Alpinter, Alpino, Canopy and Autentic. World of Tents and its brands are headquartered in Renaix, Belgium and employ about 30 people.
ABOUT YOUR NEW JOB AS LOGISTICS & ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
As Logistics & Administration Officer, you have the following responsibilities:
Direct, manage and coordinate logistics, warehouses, transportation and customer service activities worldwide. Assist and support in supply chain, sales and strategic planning.
We give you the opportunity to work in an international environment with a young and dynamic team. You will be in direct contact with the biggest UN agencies and NGOs supporting the humanitarian emergency responses worldwide. You get freedom and opportunities for growth within the entire group.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Planning shipments based on customers purchase orders/requirements.
- Track orders to ensure timely deliveries and keep the customers/sales dpt updated.
- Prepare shipping documents, supplier purchase orders and invoices.
- Schedule inspection services and transport based on production schedules.
- Oversee the levels of our warehouse stock and place orders as needed.
- Manage selected customer accounts, including sourcing and procurement for specific requests, creating pricelists. providing accountancy services.
- Researching and seeking out the most cost-efficient shipment procedures and methods. Negotiating with freight forwarders.
- Assist in office management, administration and organization procedures
- Manage bounded warehouse; ensure proper documentation for all movements, maintain relationship with customs office, apply for necessary permits.
- Support proper utilization of ERP system use.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Perfect English knowledge. French and/or Dutch is also required
- 2+ years of work experience as logistics/administration or supply chain officer.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, highly organized and detailed oriented.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadline. High flexibility.
- ERP knowledge is a plus.
WHAT YOU GET FROM US
- Fulltime employment, daytime regiment
- Non-hierrachical company with possibilities for advancement
- A job which can be tailored to your competencies and interests
- Additional benefits such as meal vouchers, group insurance and health insurance
- Versatile job in an international environment
- Easily reachable, traffic-free setting, in spacious and beautifully rennovated offices.
- A young and dynamic team of colleagues
CONTACT
Are you interested in this vacancy?
Please contact us at alex@worldoftents.group
