Logistics Coordinator

About the role

KLA, a global leader in electronics solutions for the semiconductor industry, is hiring a Logistics Coordinator in Newport. The role supports the movement, storage, inventory control and distribution of semiconductor equipment, spare parts and materials across international logistics operations, working closely with suppliers, freight providers, customs brokers and third-party logistics partners.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound, outbound, urgent and critical shipments between manufacturing sites, suppliers, distribution centres, depots, repair facilities, field stocking locations and customer sites.
• Monitor shipment status, delivery performance and proof of delivery, and resolve transportation, order, receiving and warehouse exceptions promptly.
• Manage warehouse activity, spare parts orders, returns, replenishment, inventory movements, cycle counts, reconciliations and stock investigations.
• Work with service, planning, customer support, procurement, suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers and 3PLs to support customer commitments and business continuity.
• Support import/export execution, shipping documentation, controlled shipments and customs or regulatory issues.
• Keep SAP/ERP transactions accurate and support KPI reporting, dashboards and process improvement.
• Escalate delays, compliance concerns and service failures and support corrective actions.

Required profile

• Degree or formal qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent professional logistics experience.
• Extensive experience in logistics, transportation, warehouse operations, inventory control or international supply chain environments.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, analytical, problem-solving, prioritisation and organisational skills.
• Customer-focused, detail-oriented, accountable, adaptable and able to work independently and across international teams.

Required skills

• SAP/ERP proficiency.
• Microsoft Office; Excel, Outlook, Power BI, WMS, TMS or shipment tracking platforms preferred.

What we offer

• Permanent position, Monday to Friday.
• Annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan, share scheme, rewards scheme, life assurance and overtime premiums.