Transport Coordinator - Cambridge

Do you thrive in fast-paced, operational environments, solving problems in real time, and taking pride in delivering efficient, compliant, and customer-focused outcomes? This is a critical role at the heart of our UK transport operation. You’ll be responsible for coordinating time- and temperature-sensitive shipments, ensuring deliveries are made safely, efficiently, and on time.

Working in a fast-paced environment, you will balance operational performance, regulatory compliance, and customer expectations—playing a key role in keeping our logistics network running smoothly.

• Delivering reliable, on-time transport operations through effective route planning and coordination
• Optimising routes and resources to reduce costs while maintaining service quality
• Monitoring live operations and resolving issues quickly to avoid disruption
• Ensuring full compliance with transport regulations and company procedures
• Managing driver schedules and utilisation to maximise productivity and minimise inefficiencies
• Coordinating subcontractors and suppliers to maintain service continuity and control costs
• Investigating service issues and implementing improvements to enhance performance over time
• Maintaining strong communication across teams to ensure visibility and alignment

• Competitive salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum
• Comprehensive benefits including:
• Pension, Life Assurance & Group Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• Enhanced Primary & Secondary Caregiver Leave
• 25 days holiday + Birthday Leave + Volunteering Leave
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Discount Shopping Scheme
• Specsavers Vouchers & Employee Assistance Programme

• Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday to Friday, shifts between 07:00 - 18:30 and one weekend a month
• Fully onsite at our Sawston Warehouse CB22 3TJ

• Opportunity to work with strategic global accounts
• Be part of a growing, innovative organisation operating in 170+ countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas

• Experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or similar operational roles
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage multiple demands
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-moving environment
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capability
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and compliance
• A proactive, customer-focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership
• Knowledge of UK/EU transport regulations (e.g. tachographs, working time rules) is desirable
• Previous experience in life sciences, cold chain, or regulated logistics is helpful

• No direct line management responsibility, but a key role in coordinating drivers and external partners
• Significant influence on day-to-day operational performance and cost control
• A central role in ensuring customers receive critical, time-sensitive shipments without delay

To learn more about Biocair, please visit us at: https://www.biocair.com/

Biocair is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, included, valued and respected. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact: globaltalentacquisition@biocair.com

Biocair provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.

Once we have received your application, our Talent Acquisition (TA) team aims to respond within 3 working days. The process typically includes:

1. Initial TA screening (Teams)
2. First-stage interview (Teams)
3. Second-stage interview (onsite)

This gives you the opportunity to meet key stakeholders and experience the team and environment first hand. Applications close on: Tuesday 9th June 2026 (we reserve the right to close early should we receive a high volume of strong applications).