Logistics Administrator

Cancer Research UK; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Cambridge seeks a proactive Logistics Administrator to support the Facilities and Operations Team. In this role, you will coordinate courier activities, maintain relationships with logistics providers, and ensure smooth operations across locations. The ideal candidate will have organizational skills, experience in logistics, and familiarity with relevant regulations. This full-time position offers the chance to contribute significantly to essential scientific work aimed at beating cancer.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Career development opportunities

Work-life balance support

Qualifications

• Experience in a logistics environment.
• Understanding of global import/export regulations is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments.
• Maintain relationships with third-party logistics providers.
• Monitor and resolve CRH Facilities Helpdesk tickets.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Knowledge of logistics regulations

Communication skills

Education

A level or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

.**Logistics Administrator**£25,000 - £28,000 plus**Reports to:** Head of Facilities **Directorate:** Research & Innovation **Contract:** Permanent **Hours:** Full time 35 hours per week **Location:** On-site 5 days per week at our Cambridge Research Campus **Closing date:** Friday 20th February 23:55pmThis vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. **Recruitment process:** competency-based interview via teams **Interview date:** Interviews will be held on the 3rd and 4th of March**Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.****At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.**Cancer Research Horizons (CRH) are looking for a proactive and highly organised Logistics Administrator to support our Facilities and Operations Team, ensuring smooth and efficient logistics across all locations on the Babraham campus. In this role, you will be central to keeping our operations running seamlessly by managing daily courier activity, maintaining key relationships, and providing hands‑on support to colleagues across the organisation. Every role at CRH is united by a single mission: beating cancer sooner. We carry out work that matters—impacting patients, families, and the future of science.Cancer Research Horizons (CRH) is the innovation and commercialisation arm of Cancer Research UK, dedicated to turning leading‑edge science into life‑changing treatments. As a wholly owned subsidiary, every breakthrough we deliver fuels a virtuous cycle - channelling all profits directly back into CRUK’s pioneering research.As the primary point of contact for all inbound and outbound couriers, you will coordinate shipments, resolve queries, and ensure timely and accurate movement of materials. You will also build strong relationships with third‑party logistics providers and stay informed about the market to help us secure the best value and service.This is a fully on‑site role, with the post holder working across all CRH locations on the Babraham campus, including the Jonas Webb and Bennet Buildings. If you thrive in a coordination‑focused environment, enjoy working with a variety of stakeholders, and want to play a vital role in supporting key scientific work and directly contribute to bringing forward the day we cure cancer, we’d love to hear from you.* Monitor CRH Facilities Helpdesk tickets and review, triage and resolve where possible those relating to logistics, escalating to the Head of Facilities as required.* Act as the main point of contact for all inbound and outbound couriers, supporting staff with payment and paperwork, and troubleshooting issues with shipments as required.* Arrange courier shipments between CRH sites and to external partners/suppliers as requested.* Work with Operations Team Leadership to ensure all logistics processes are clearly documented and that relevant guidance documents are available for staff.* Ensure all documentation is regularly reviewed and kept up to date.* Build effective relationships with third party logistics providers and regularly review the market to ensure best value.* Work with colleagues in the TI Commercial team to implement and maintain contracts with Couriers where appropriate.* Support Facilities Team members with daily tasks including managing deliveries and restocking consumables where required.* Keep up to date with relevant industry and regulatory shipping guidance and undertake necessary training as required.* Provide cover and Ad hoc support for other members and areas of the facilities team as required.* Educated to A level or equivalent in a relevant discipline, or able to demonstrate substantial hands‑on experience within a logistics environment.* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams.* Knowledge and understanding of global import/export regulations and documentation requirements for shipments is highly desirable.* Excellent organisation and time management skills* A flexible approach to providing support, including working across different locations/sites as required.* A collaborative mentality with the ability to work independently where needed.* Experience of providing high level support to multiple members of staff ideally in a multi-disciplinary scientific environment.* Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines.Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.**Bold:**Act with ambition, courage and determination**Credible:**Act with rigour and professionalism**Human**: Act to have a positive impact on people**Together:**Act inclusively and collaboratively We’re looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we’d still love to hear from you.We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance and take positive steps in your career.You can explore our benefits by visiting our .We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.For more information on this career opportunity please or contact us at [e-mail] more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: , , , and .Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact [e-mail] or **0**20 3469 8400 as soon as possible. Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks.