Dynamic Transport Coordinator for Fast-Paced Logistics

Gist Limited; Cumbernauld; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Gist Limited, part of the M&S Group, is hiring a Transport Coordinator at Wardpark North in Cumbernauld. The role focuses on coordinating transport resources, supporting service delivery, and driving efficiency in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will plan and manage resources, work with customers, monitor performance, and help maintain high operational standards with a customer-focused approach. Join a team aligned with values of progression, accountability, collaboration and ethics,

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a transport, logistics or distribution planning environment.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced operation.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence building relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Experience managing resources and coordinating operational activities.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Good IT skills and experience using transport planning or logistics systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage transport resources to meet customer requirements and operational targets.
• Work closely with customers to understand current and future transport needs.
• Respond promptly to customer concerns, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Collaborate with colleagues across shifts to ensure consistency and continuity of operations.
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.
• Support the delivery of high operational standards while maintaining a customer-focused approach.

Skills

Transport planning

Resource management

Customer comms

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

IT skills

Tools

Transport systems

Job description

Gist Limited, part of the M&S Group, is hiring a Transport Coordinator at Wardpark North in Cumbernauld. The role focuses on coordinating transport resources, supporting service delivery, and driving efficiency in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will plan and manage resources, work with customers, monitor performance, and help maintain high operational standards with a customer-focused approach. Join a team aligned with values of progression, accountability, collaboration and ethics,