Funeral Logistics Coordinator - Temporary Position (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking a Funeral Logistics Coordinator on a temporary basis in Bolton. The role involves coordinating ceremonial crew schedules, ensuring exceptional funeral delivery, and contributing to a supportive team environment. Candidates should possess empathy and robust decision-making skills, with a focus on customer experience.

Benefits

30% off Co-op branded products

Career development opportunities

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

23 days holidays (pro-rata)

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving license required.
• Ability for manual handling of heavy loads is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the schedule of ceremonial crew.
• Deputise for the care logistics manager.
• Plan transportation and collection of personal belongings.

Skills

Team focus

Customer experience

Sensitivity

Decision-making

Job description

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Funeral Logistics Coordinator - Temporary Position (Hiring Immediately), Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: Co-op

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 10.06.2025

Expiry Date: 25.07.2025

Job Description:

Closing date: 18-06-2025

Care Logistics Lead - 8 Month Fixed Term Contract

£28,000 per annum plus benefits. Full time 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. Bolton, Greater Manchester BL1 8DW

We’re looking for an ambitious logistics professional to join us as a care logistics lead. If you have the experience and empathetic approach we need, we can offer you a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a business that puts people at the heart of its strategy.

In this role, you’ll supervise and coordinate a team of ceremonial crew to ensure each funeral is delivered to the highest standard. Using manual and digital systems, you’ll ensure each person is in the right place at the right time.

What you’ll do

• Manage and coordinate the schedule of ceremonial crew, primarily part-time colleagues supporting funerals.
• Deputise for the care logistics manager.
• Plan clothing collection, movement of personal belongings, and transportation of the deceased for viewings.
• Gather and analyse insights to improve funeral delivery and team performance.
• Maintain understanding of local stakeholders and adapt processes accordingly.

This role would suit people who have

• A strong team focus and ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• A passion for customer experience and understanding client needs.
• Sensitivity, discretion, and empathy.
• Promptness and measured decision-making.
• A full UK manual driving license.
• Physical ability for manual handling of heavy loads.

Why Co-op?

• 30% off Co-op branded products in our stores all year round.
• 10% off other brands in our stores.
• Discounts on other Co-op products and services.
• 23 days holidays (pro-rata, increasing with service).
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP, and free eye tests.
• Career development opportunities including apprenticeships.
• Supportive team environment and community impact.
• Access to Wagestream for pay management.

At Co-op, we’re proud to do things differently. We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and building an equitable workplace. We welcome applications from everyone, including those with disabilities, and make reasonable adjustments during recruitment. Successful candidates will undergo background checks including DBS, media, occupational health, and social media screening. Offers are conditional upon these checks.