Logistics Co-ordinator

Heidelberg Materials UK; Syston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials supplier in Syston is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to ensure efficient transportation of aggregates. The successful candidate will manage high-volume logistics operations, maintain compliance, and contribute to customer satisfaction. Proficiency in SAP and other logistics software is crucial. This role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including flexible working and well-being support.

Benefits

Competitive package including bonus incentives

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of SAP, Syncrotess systems and standard office packages.
• Good communication and cognitive skills with the ability to negotiate at all levels.
• Experience of working within a large company environment and achieving targets is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the seamless, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of aggregates.
• Coordinate and manage transportation in a high-volume operation.
• Act as the central point of contact for last-minute changes and issue resolution.
• Maintain compliance with safety, legal, and environmental standards.
• Contribute to delivering customer satisfaction and project success.

Skills

Agility and adaptability

Strong multitasking

Quick decision-making

Effective communication

Problem-solving under pressure

Proactive planning and resilience

Team collaboration

Technological savviness

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Knowledge of SAP and Syncrotess systems

Tools

Logistics software

GPS systems

Job description

Overview

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Logistics Coordinator Syston £28,000 + depending on experience

Responsibilities

• The Aggregates Logistics Coordinator is at the heart of a fast-paced, dynamic workplace. The purpose of the role is to ensure the seamless, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of aggregates (e.g., sand, gravel, crushed stone) to meet customer demands and project deadlines.
• Coordinate and manage transportation in a high-volume operation with rapid changes and tight schedules.
• Act as the central point of contact to ensure alignment between drivers, suppliers, and clients for last-minute changes and issue resolution.
• Maintain compliance with safety, legal, and environmental standards in all transport operations.
• Contribute to delivering customer satisfaction and project success by maintaining a reliable supply chain.

Key Characteristics and Skills

• Agility and adaptability: adjust quickly to changing schedules, priorities, and unexpected challenges such as weather disruptions or equipment issues.
• Strong multitasking: manage multiple deliveries, orders, and communication channels simultaneously with accuracy.
• Quick decision-making: make informed decisions under pressure to ensure seamless operations and avoid delays.
• Effective communication: clear and concise communication with drivers, suppliers, and clients.
• Problem-solving under pressure: troubleshoot logistical problems rapidly and efficiently.
• Proactive planning and resilience: anticipate issues and implement contingency plans while staying calm under pressure.
• Team collaboration: work with dispatch, drivers, project managers, and site supervisors.
• Technological savviness: proficient in logistics software, GPS systems, and real-time delivery tracking.
• Customer-focused mindset: meet client needs promptly and maintain high service standards.

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of SAP, Syncrotess systems and standard office packages.
• Good communication and cognitive skills with the ability to negotiate at all levels.
• Experience of working within a large company environment and achieving targets is desirable.

Education / Qualifications

• As above: SAP, Syncrotess and standard office packages; strong communication and cognitive skills; ability to negotiate.

Why Join Us?

At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Rewards & Benefits

• Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member
• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities