Logistics & Transport Coordinator

Time Appointments Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

22 days' annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Time Appointments Ltd is seeking a well‑organised Logistics & Transport Coordinator to join a busy operations team. The role supports efficient movement of goods, accurate documentation, and clear communication with customers and transport partners.

Based in the Colchester area, the position offers a varied, hands‑on environment with opportunities to gain experience across logistics, transport coordination and warehouse operations while contributing to the wider business.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, transport, warehousing or a similar operations role.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage several tasks at once.
• Clear communication skills and a team‑first attitude.
• Confident basic IT skills, including email and spreadsheets.
• A practical approach to problem‑solving and a keen eye for accuracy.
• A full UK driving licence is required; occasional travel to sites/ports may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Keep day‑to‑day orders moving from processing to ready for dispatch.
• Ensure operational paperwork is complete and information is accurately recorded.
• Maintain up‑to‑date stock records across the operation.
• Serve as a point of contact for customer questions and provide updates.
• Collaborate with warehouse and operations teams to maintain efficiency.
• Coordinate movements with external transport providers and monitor deliveries.

Skills

Logistics experience

Organisational skills

Communication

IT skills

Problem solving

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Email applications

Job description

We are seeking a well‑organised and proactive Logistics & Transport Coordinator to join a busy operations team, supporting the efficient movement of goods, maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring effective communication with customers and transport partners.

This is a varied, hands‑on role within a fast‑paced environment, offering the opportunity to develop your experience across logistics, transport coordination and warehouse operations while contributing to the smooth running of the wider business.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Keeping day‑to‑day orders moving smoothly, from initial processing through to getting goods ready to go
• Making sure operational paperwork is in place and information is recorded correctly
• Keeping internal records up to date and helping maintain a clear picture of stock across the operation
• Acting as a point of contact for customer questions, providing updates and helping sort out any issues
• Working closely with colleagues across the warehouse and wider operations team to keep things running efficiently
• Helping organise the movement of goods and coordinating arrangements with external transport providers
• Keeping track of ongoing deliveries, picking up potential delays and helping find practical solutions
• Supporting the smooth running of inbound and outbound operations, ensuring the right information reaches the right people at the right time
• Keeping an eye on operational expenditure and ensuring relevant costs are recorded accurately
• Pitching in wherever needed to help the wider team deliver a reliable, efficient service

Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience in logistics, transport, warehousing or a similar operations role
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage several tasks at once
• Clear communication skills and a team‑first attitude
• Confident basic IT skills, including email and spreadsheets
• A practical approach to problem‑solving and a keen eye for accuracy
• A full UK driving licence, as occasional travel to operational sites and ports will be required

What's on offer?

• Salary of around £30,000 (D.O.E)
• Permanent, full‑time position
• Monday to Friday working, no weekends
• 22 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
• On‑site parking