At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate daily UK transport movements and ensure top-notch customer service.
- Company: Join a dynamic logistics operation in a supportive team environment.
- Benefits: Full-time role with career development opportunities and a friendly atmosphere.
- Other info: Enjoy varied responsibilities and no two days being the same!
- Why this job: Perfect for problem-solvers who thrive in fast-paced environments.
- Qualifications: Experience in transport or logistics, strong communication skills, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 33000 £ per year.
Location: Grays (Office-Based)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (1 Hour Lunch Break)
Are you an experienced Transport Coordinator looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual to join a busy logistics operation, managing daily UK transport movements and ensuring customers receive a first-class service. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous experience in transport, logistics, freight forwarding, or distribution who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and thrives on problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily UK collections and deliveries.
- Arrange transport with approved hauliers, carriers, and subcontractors.
- Manage a variety of freight movements including full loads, part loads, palletised freight, and groupage shipments.
- Monitor vehicle movements and maintain regular communication with drivers and transport providers.
- Provide customers with accurate shipment updates and estimated delivery times.
- Resolve transport issues including delays, failed collections, delivery discrepancies, damages, and shortages.
- Book timed collections and delivery appointments.
- Obtain competitive transport rates and prepare customer quotations.
- Source cost-effective transport solutions while maintaining service quality.
- Process and monitor Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation.
- Investigate and resolve delivery queries and invoice discrepancies.
- Prepare completed transport files for billing and ensure all charges are correctly recorded.
- Update internal systems and maintain accurate transport records.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and build strong working relationships with customers and suppliers.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience within transport, logistics, freight forwarding, or distribution
- Strong knowledge of UK road transport operations
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple shipments simultaneously
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Experience using transport management systems and Microsoft Office
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making
What's on Offer?
- Full-time, permanent position
- Monday to Friday working hours
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Varied and fast-paced role with plenty of responsibility
- Opportunity to develop your career within a growing logistics operation
If you're looking for a dynamic transport role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
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