Transport Coordinator

Blackbook Executive Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackbook Executive Pty is seeking a transport scheduling professional in Sydney to manage daily transport requirements from order receipt through to proof of delivery. You will optimise freight movements using a TMS, coordinate carriers and ensure on-time performance while maintaining data accuracy.

The role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Australian residency or citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in scheduling, transport planning or freight operations.
• Knowledge of Australian road transport, carriers and compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills focused on cost and service optimization.
• Experience using TMS or transport planning systems.
• Excellent communication and ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Organised with the ability to prioritise in fast-paced environments.
• Eligible to work in Australia (Permanent residency or citizenship).

Responsibilities

• Manage daily transport requirements from order receipt through to proof of delivery.
• Use optimisation and transport management systems to schedule, allocate, and monitor freight movements.
• Coordinate with carriers to ensure capacity, compliance and on-time performance.
• Monitor and resolve operational exceptions, maintaining service levels and cost efficiency.
• Maintain accurate data including carrier rates, routes and site information.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, carriers, and internal teams.

Skills

Scheduling

Transport planning

TMS experience

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

TMS system

Job description

The Company
A leading transport business with a strong reputation for innovation, customer service and operational excellence. They provide tailored end-to-end transport solutions across multiple industries, delivering safe, efficient and reliable outcomes for their customers.

The Role

• Manage daily transport requirements from order receipt through to proof of delivery.
• Use optimisation and transport management systems to schedule, allocate, and monitor freight movements.
• Coordinate with carriers to ensure capacity, compliance and on-time performance.
• Monitor and resolve operational exceptions, maintaining service levels and cost efficiency.
• Maintain accurate data including carrier rates, routes and site information.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, carriers, and internal teams.

Your Background

• Prior experience in scheduling, transport planning or freight operations.
• Knowledge of Australian road transport, carriers, and compliance obligations.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on cost and service optimisation.
• Experience using TMS or transport planning systems.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Well-developed organisational and self-management skills, with the ability to prioritise in fast-paced environments.
• Must hold Australian permanent residency, New Zealand permanent residency or Australian citizenship to be eligible to apply.

What’s on offer?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and innovative business that values collaboration, efficiency, and continuous improvement. You'll be part of a high-performing team with strong support structures and genuine opportunities for career growth.