Logistics Coordinator

Allstaff Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Workplace pension scheme

Employee referral scheme

Long service awards

Employee of the month recognition

On-site gym

Job summary

Allstaff Recruitment is seeking a Logistics Coordinator in Milton Keynes for a full-time permanent role. You will support end-to-end movement of goods, coordinating transport, shipments and documentation to ensure on-time, on-budget deliveries.

Responsibilities include tracking shipments, liaising with customers and third-party logistics partners, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have strong communication, organisation and IT skills, with knowledge of logistics terminology and

Qualifications

• Clear communication and customer service skills.
• Strong planning and prioritisation abilities.
• Proficient IT skills including Excel.
• Knowledge of logistics processes and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transport and site deliveries in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Monitor shipments and update routing for road, rail, air or sea as required.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and 3PLs to meet delivery requirements.
• Build relationships with carriers, couriers and logistics partners.
• Support stock visibility and accurate records for supply chain continuity.
• Prepare shipping documentation and compliance records.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Logistics knowledge

Teamwork

Working under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Coordinator based in Milton Keynes for one of our clients on a Full time permanent basis.

The Logistics Co-ordinator will support the end-to-end movement of goods, working closely with the Project Management team, customers, suppliers and third-party logistics partners. The role is responsible for arranging transport and deliveries to site, monitoring shipments, maintaining accurate records and helping to ensure that consignments arrive on time, within budget and in line with customer requirements.

This position requires excellent organisation, strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Summary of the Logistics Coordinator role

Salary: £33,000 - £35,000
Location: Milton Keynes
Type of Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday - Thursday 7.30am-4.30pm, with a 3.30pm finish on Fridays

Responsibilities of the Logistics Coordinator

• Transport and delivery coordination: Arrange transportation and site deliveries in a timely, coordinated and cost-effective way, working closely with the Project Management team.
• Shipment tracking and routing: Monitor inbound and outbound freight, track consignments, resolve transit delays and support route planning across road, rail, air or sea where required.
• Customer service: Liaise with customers to understand specific delivery requirements and ensure these are met quickly, efficiently and professionally.
• Supplier and courier coordination: Build effective working relationships with carriers, couriers, suppliers and third-party logistics partners to support smooth delivery operations.
• Inventory and order support: Assist with stock visibility, incoming receipts, outgoing orders and accurate records to support supply chain continuity.
• Documentation and compliance: Prepare and process accurate shipping documentation, delivery paperwork and customs or compliance records where applicable.
• Reporting and administration: Track delivery performance, update schedules and provide clear reports or updates to management and internal stakeholders.

Requirements for a successful Logistics Coordinator

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple tasks
• IT literate including Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of Logistics, shipping terminology, import/export processes or warehouse management systems
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Experience with using Microsoft business central would be an advantage

What our Client offers

• Life insurance at 3 x salary
• Workplace pension scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Long service awards
• Employee of the month recognition
• On-site gym