Logistics Coordinator, Whitesmith Depot

Day Group; Whitesmith; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aggregates supplier in the UK is seeking a Logistics Coordinator for their Whitesmith depot, responsible for managing orders, planning logistics, and ensuring safety compliance. This role offers the chance to become a vital part of operations within a supportive environment focused on development and teamwork.

Benefits

Annual leave of 29 days plus Bank Holidays

Recruitment referral bonus

'Death in Service' benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

'Bike to work' scheme

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Demonstrable organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Good geographical knowledge and communication skills.
• Proficiency in IT applications, especially Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate customer orders and manage hauliers.
• Plan materials and allocate work to vehicles and drivers.
• Ensure adherence to safety practices and company values.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Geographical knowledge

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

IT proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re looking for a Logistics Coordinator to join our Whitesmith depot. This role is vital to keeping vehicles and materials moving smoothly. If you have strong organisational skill, enjoy problem solving, and can keep a cool head in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

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Job Title

Key Responsibilities

Receiving and coordinating customer orders and enquiries

Sourcing and managing contract hauliers

Planning incoming materials, outgoing orders and internal transfers

Planning, scheduling and allocating work to vehicles and their drivers

Utilising the Company’s fleet of HGVs and maximising the earnings of these vehicles

Carrying out the administration associated with the invoicing of orders, vehicle earnings and drivers’ wages

Adhering to, and promoting, good safety practices

Managing visitors, and all vehicles entering the depot, and inducting each driver

Practicing and promoting the core values of the Company

Person Specification

Able to demonstrate good, relatively local, geographical knowledge

Excellent oral communication skills in English, especially over the telephone

Able to demonstrate sound literacy skills in English

Able to demonstrate sound numeracy skills

Proficient in the use of IT, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel

Preference will be given to people who are familiar with the laws associated with driving hours and the working time directive (WTD)

Preference will be given to people who have experience of the aggregates and / or the construction industry

Why Day Group?

At Day, we take pride in being one of the UK’s leading suppliers of aggregates, and as demand for our product continues to grow, so does our workforce. Our depots are the beating heart of our operation, and we know just how essential the people who keep them running are to 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

46.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 0600 and 1800 plus 45 minutes unpaid for lunch, one in three Saturdays on rotation. Specific hours will be agreed locally.

Package

Annual salary plus the 9% employer pension contribution with Scottish Widows. You may be entitled to the discretionary Annual and Christmas bonuses. Annual leave of 29 days per year, including 8 Bank Holidays.

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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