Logistics Coordinator, Greenwich

Day Group; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in London seeks a Logistics Coordinator to efficiently manage customer orders, vehicle scheduling, and daily operations. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, great communication, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Join a company that values commitment and learning opportunities. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Recruitment referral bonus

Death in Service benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike to work scheme

Gym membership rates

Learning and development support

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritise and adapt quickly.
• Numerate and literate with good attention to detail.
• Experience in aggregates, logistics, or construction is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate customer orders and inquiries.
• Plan and schedule materials, orders, and transfers.
• Allocate work to vehicles and drivers.
• Manage site traffic and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Geographical knowledge of local area

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of driver hours

Job description

Overview

As one of the South’s leading aggregate suppliers, our logistics operation is at the heart of keeping materials moving across our network. We are looking for an organised and proactive individual to join our Greenwich team as a Logistics Coordinator, ensuring that customer orders, vehicle scheduling, and day-to-day transport operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Logistics Manager, Assistant Logistics Manager, or Logistics Supervisor

Job Role

As a Logistics Coordinator at Day Group Ltd, you will play a central role in keeping our operations moving efficiently and safely. You’ll be the key link between our customers, drivers, and depot teams, making sure that orders are fulfilled on time, vehicles are scheduled effectively, and safety standards are maintained across the board.

We’re looking for someone with strong organisational skills, great communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment. If you enjoy problem-solving, coordinating people and resources, and ensuring things run smoothly, this could be the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and coordinate customer orders and enquiries
• Plan and schedule incoming materials, outgoing orders, and internal transfers
• Allocate work to vehicles and drivers, ensuring efficient use of our HGV fleet
• Source and manage contract hauliers where needed
• Maximise vehicle earnings through effective route planning and scheduling
• Manage site traffic, visitors, and driver inductions in line with depot procedures
• Carry out administration for invoicing, vehicle earnings, and drivers’ wages
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and promote a strong safety culture
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the depot and wider logistics operation

Person Specification

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and adapt quickly
• Good geographical knowledge, particularly of the local area
• Confident communicator with excellent telephone and written English
• Numerate and literate, with good attention to detail
• Proficient in IT systems, especially Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of driver hours and the Working Time Directive is an advantage
• Experience in aggregates, logistics, or the construction industry is desirable
• Flexible and willing to travel to other depots for training or support as required

Why Day Group?

At Day, we take pride in being one of the South’s leading suppliers of aggregates, and as demand for our product continues to grow, so does our workforce. Our logistics teams are the backbone of our service, and we recognise the vital role our coordinators play in keeping operations seamless, safe, and reliable for our customers and our business. When you join us, you will be part of a company who truly values what you do. Experience is great, but attitude, commitment, and a willingness to learn are even more important to us. Does this sound like you? Apply now and build your future with Day.

Working hours/times

43.75 hours – 8.75 hours per day Monday – Friday, between the hours of 0600-1800, with 45 minutes for lunch (unpaid). Plus 4.5 hours on 1 in 3 Saturdays, between the hours of 0600-1200

Package

This is dependent on location and experience but consists of a competitive salary and regular bonuses related to the Company’s profitability. We actively support learning, progression and development programmes.

Benefits after a successful probationary period

• Recruitment referral bonus
• ‘Death in Service’ benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme (accessible 24/7 via the YuLife app)
• ‘Bike to work’ scheme
• Special membership rates at various gyms with GymFlex
• Actively support learning, progression and development programmes

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Day Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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