Global Logistics Executive (Days)

COMPANY GBA Logistics - Global Solutions

JOB TITLE Global Logistics Executive

SHIFTS 4 on 4 off / 07:00 - 19:00

SALARY £38,000 - £45,000

BASE Heathrow

GBA Global Solutions provides 24/7/365 UK national and global coverage from two main control centres and two hubs, focussed on domestic and European aerospace & airside logistics services (branded as 'GBA Skyway'), and global forwarding.

GBA Global Solutions is part of the GBA Logistics group, which has been delivering logistics solutions since 1987 and are a leading family-owned logistics company, operating in the top 50 Logistics Companies in the UK with annual turnover in excess of £100m.

Key Responsibilities.

• Daily operations across Road, Air, and Sea freight modes during the night shift, include making bookings, issuing and completing awbs, submitting customs declarations, issuing transit documents.
• Ensure all shipments, including AOG and critical aircraft parts, are delivered on time and in compliance with customer and regulatory requirements
• Ensure adherence to SOPs in the production of Customs and Shipping documentation.
• Review and verify Import and Export documentation and customs submissions.
• Provide timely and accurate updates to customers regarding shipment statuses.
• Source freight rates and routing options from suppliers and prepare customer quotations.
• Ensure accurate job costing and that supplier details are correctly recorded in internal systems.
• Manage and prioritize workload
• Manage group mailboxes and respond in a timely manner.

About you.

• Has proven experience in a time-critical logistics or aviation environment
• Calm Under Pressure - Able to remain composed and decisive when managing AOG and time-critical shipments during high-pressure situations.
• Has a proactive, hands-on approach and thrives under pressure
• Is IT proficient, including Microsoft Office and operational systems including ASM / Boxtop / CDS
• Highly Organised - Capable of prioritising multiple urgent bookings, haulage arrangements, and mailbox queries simultaneously without compromising accuracy.
• Proactive & Solution-Oriented - Anticipates potential operational issues and takes ownership to resolve them quickly and efficiently.
• Strong Communicator - Confident liaising with airlines, hauliers, overseas agents, warehouse teams and internal stakeholders, particularly during out-of-hours operations.
• Decisive Leader - Comfortable taking responsibility and making operational decisions independently on night shifts.
• Detail-Focused - Maintains accuracy in bookings, customs entries (CDS), documentation, and system updates (Boxtop/ASM).
• Resilient & Adaptable - Thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment where priorities can shift rapidly.
• Team-Oriented - Supports colleagues and fosters a collaborative, accountable night-shift culture.
• Full, UK Driving License with less than 6 points.
• 5 Year checkable employment history (no gaps in employment above 28 consecutive days)
• Right to work in UK & no disqualifying convictions for working airside

What we can offer.

Long term career with a stable market leader

Holiday loyalty scheme

Company Health Care Scheme

Learning and Development opportunities

Here at Global Solutions, we like to do things the right way. We value teamwork, support and customer service. If this sounds like you, please get in touch with us!

Global Solutions is an equal opportunities employer. Our people have made us the success

that we are today and are the key to our continued growth moving forwards. We recognise

the unique and valuable contributions that arise from a diverse and inclusive workforce built

up from people with different backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and skillsets, that when

combined together, help our business to thrive.

Our recruitment process is fair and equitable to ensure that all candidates are duly

considered and supported. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the

recruitment process, please email our Business Support Administrator via

[email protected]