European Transport Coordinator *Friendly team

Office Angels; Ashford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established family-run business is seeking a European Transport Coordinator to lead delivery and collection operations across Europe. The role requires strong logistics and geographical knowledge, with responsibilities including planning, monitoring, and liaising with clients and drivers. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including annual leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

21 days annual leave

Free secure parking

Corporate membership discounts

Casual dress code

Company events

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a varied Transport planning role in both the UK and Europe.
• Excellent logistics and geographical knowledge.
• Ability to think on your feet to plan loads effectively.

Responsibilities

• Planning daily collections & deliveries in Europe.
• Updating worksheets in the office.
• Monitoring collections/deliveries ensuring they are on time.

Skills

Logistics knowledge

Geographical knowledge

Planning

Job description

Join our client, a well-established family-run business, in a rare and exciting opportunity as a European Transport Coordinator. Lead their delivery and collection operations across Europe and work with a diverse fleet of vehicles. If you're passionate about transport planning and have a proven track record in managing a varied transport department, then this role is for you!

Please find all the details below:

Job Title: European Transport Coordinator

Salary: £33,000 - £34,500 DOE

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm and Saturdays 8:30am - 12pm + occasional out of hours may be required from time to time

Location: Near Ashford/Hythe, Kent. Your own transport is required due to the location of the business.

This is an office based role, due to the nature of the position and team work plus communication required across the business.

Benefits: 21 days annual leave, free secure parking, corporate membership discounts, casual dress code, company events, company pension, private medical insurance.

Your new Manager: Extremely supportive, knowledgeable and driven, great training will be provided as well as opportunities to develop your career for the right candidate.

Working as part of a team of 4, your responsibilities as a Transport Coordinator will be:

• Planning daily Collections & Deliveries in Europe


• Passing all relevant details and information to all drivers, collection addresses/delivery address/reference numbers and any other form of information they may require


• Updating worksheets in the office


• Building relationships with new and existing clients


• Load planning


• Advising and liaising with both drivers/ suppliers of the collection / pick-up details


• Booking the collections/deliveries into the respective destinations


• Monitoring collections/deliveries ensuring they are on time


• Advising clients and team members of any delays throughout the day

To be successful in this role you'll need:

• Previous experience in a varied Transport planning role in both the UK and Europe


• Excellent logistics and geographical knowledge


• The ability to think on your feet to plan loads effectively and meet promised delivery dates. Clearing deliveries each week and ensuring loads are planned to meet commitments will be key performance indicators in this role.


• An additional language would be an advantage but not essential.

If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual looking for a challenging yet rewarding role, our client's Transport Coordinator position is the perfect opportunity for you.

Next steps:

If you have the above skills and experience, then please apply today - this is such an incredible opportunity where you can really grow your career at this company.

Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details. If you successfully refer a friend for the above role, you will receive a £100* voucher of your choice! Terms apply*

Please note if your skills match the requirements for the job then you will receive an e-mail from us (remember to check your junk mail). If you do please call us on 01233 611780 ASAP or within 24 hours to discuss the position in further detail with Emma (Candidate Manager) or Nicola (Permanent Consultant).

We look forward to your application.

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