Logistic Controller

Logistic Controller Warehouse - Taiko Acton- BONSAI Contract: Full Time Salary: £45,000-£50,000 Contracted Hours: 45 Established in 1997 as the first manufacturer of sushi for the UK supermarket industry, Taiko has evolved into the most innovative manufacturer of Sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals and Snacking products in the UK, supplying Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s to name a few. Over the past 25 years Taiko has launched more first to market Sushi and Food to Go products than any other sushi manufacturer in the UK. About You: You’re someone who takes ownership and makes things happen: Proven experience in logistics, import/export or supply chain (FMCG or food manufacturing is a big plus) Strong knowledge of international trade, customs compliance and Incoterms Experience managing freight forwarders, 3PLs and logistics partners Comfortable working with ERP/WMS systems and data (Excel skills essential) A natural problem-solver with strong organisational and negotiation skills Confident communicating and influencing across teams and stakeholders A continuous improvement mindset (Lean / Six Sigma experience is a bonus) Key Responsibilities: Imports & Exports Own all import and export activity — documentation, compliance, freight and delivery Ensure shipments meet UK, EU and international trade and food safety regulations Build strong relationships with freight forwarders, hauliers and customs agents Monitor shipments, troubleshoot delays and keep everything moving Logistics & Warehouse Operations Oversee the flow of goods from supplier to production and factory to customer Work closely with warehouse teams to improve stock accuracy and efficiency Track and drive performance through KPIs (delivery, cost, turnaround, inventory) Support peak periods, product launches and promotional planning Continuous Improvement Lead initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste and improve performance Use data to identify opportunities and drive smarter ways of working Collaborate with Supply Chain, Production, Procurement and Quality teams Deliver clear reporting and insights to support business decisions We're proud to offer: Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice program Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance Discretionary Life Assurance Discretionary Income Protection Group Personal Pension Private Medical Cash Plan Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts. 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends. Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, therefore we only use source sustainable fish. All our packaging is recyclable and 80% of our packaging is already made from recycled plastic. Annual Awards ceremony celebrating our success and offering winning Managers free tri