Assistant Logistics Manager

Do you have an interest or experience in logistics and procurement? Are you looking for an exciting next step in your career?

The Assistant Logistics Manager will be responsible for product procurement and shipping logistics for MMR projects. Meeting project deadlines, managing client’s needs; and meeting product procurement budgets while controlling costs on the projects.

About MMR:

Spotted an exciting new product in the shops recently? Chances are, we've played a key role in its creation.

We are an independent, global consumer and sensory research agency specializing in food, drink, personal and household care research. We are industry leaders, guiding best in class innovation for our clients – partnering with over 50% of the top 100 global food and drink brands such as Coca Cola, Diageo, Mondelez, GSK, Kelloggs, Colgate and Unilever.

Our team of over 900 highly engaged, multi-disciplined employees are primarily dynamic research professionals, sensory experts and data scientists. We’re a diverse bunch, with backgrounds in R&D, insight, marketing, sensory science, data sciences and psychology. We also boast a true global reach with offices in UK, US, China, South Africa, Singapore, Colombia, Brazil, India, Thailand and the Netherlands.

We are a “people first” company that prides itself on collaboration, honesty and mutual trust. Don’t take our word for it though, check us out on Glassdoor. You’ll see we’re currently rated at 4.7 out of 5 as an employer destination and a massive 97% of our employees would recommend working for us to a friend. Add to that 99% of our people approve of our CEO and you’ll get a general feel of what it means to be part of the MMR family.

Responsibilities:

Product Procurement -

• Provide quotes for product procurement to all teams as requested and oversee or complete all necessary procurement for commissioned projects.

• Keep research teams informed, (and act as direct liaison to client and FW agencies where requested) regarding timelines, product arrival, and any issues with procurement process.
• Providing advice to MMR account and management teams on issues relating to product procurement, and jumping in to solve problems and troubleshoot any procurement issues with international team members.
• Complete expense reports and reconcile charges to projects, enter quotes into the cost tool and raise PO’s as needed, and share final costs with research teams after each procurement is complete.
• Assist with departmental admin tasks as needed.

Shipping and Logistics -

• Provide guidance and quotes for any logistics requests.
• Manage the organization, packing and shipping of supplies and products for US and international fieldwork.
• Record information as required in MMR databases of what has been quoted, sourced and shipped, and process/info as required.
• Ensure that products are repacked/relabeled where relevant and shipped for projects.
• Sourcing and shelf audit visits to local stores as required to source requested products.

Requirements

Technical:

• Uses financial awareness skills to ensure budgets are maintained ensuring a sufficient profit margin.
• Develops and co-ordinates client relationships to ensure continuity of client service
• Tolerance for and the ability to handle accurately the details of paperwork and financial information associated with the job.

Behavioral:

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, working to tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and a forward thinker, able to make judgements and take action.

This role will require the successful candidate to be on their feet and physically hands on. Due to this, you must be able to regularly lift or move weight comfortably. We also require the successful candidate to have access to their own transportation, as driving will be required in this role.

Benefits

At MMR, we're committed to ensuring the happiness and well-being of each employee, regardless of where they are in the world!

We offer a wide range of core and additional benefits to enhance your experience with us. Competitive salaries, ample holiday allowances, and unparalleled training opportunities are standard here. Our vibrant culture, talented team, and focus on employee well-being is what makes MMR truly shine.

Ready to experience it for yourself? Apply now!