Operations & Contract Assistant

EV Cargo; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international supply chain company in Ashby-de-la-Zouch is seeking a dedicated Transport Planner Assistant. The role involves supporting the Transport Planner, managing collections, and ensuring high levels of compliance. Ideal candidates should have prior administration experience and be proactive problem solvers with strong communication skills. The company fosters a culture of growth and inclusivity, offering a competitive salary and benefits package including annual leave and pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave

Excellent pension scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience is required.
• Transport logistics experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience using Windows 10 in a business context.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transport Planner in servicing contracts.
• Be the main point of contact for collection depots.
• Monitor trailer pool across all depots.
• Report issues clearly and concisely.
• Chase collections and log anomalies.

Skills

Effective communication

Methodical problem solving

Team player

Self-development

Tools

Windows 10

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday 5 January 2026 at 01:00

EV Cargo have grown to become a predominate international supply chain partner to many of the world’s leading brands. We enable customer success through market leading air, ocean, surface freight, logistics, supply chain and technology solutions. Our growth is accelerating around the world.

THE ROLE

Working as part of the EV Cargo Solutions team you will be required to support the Transport Planner in servicing the allotted contracts ensuring a high level of procedure compliance. You will be working with large scale well known customer brands and multiple carriers across the UK.

THE SALARY

Competitive based on experience

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Working as part of the EV Cargo Solutions team you will be required to support the Transport Planner in servicing the allotted contracts ensuring a high level of procedure compliance. You will be working with large scale well known customer brands and multiple carriers across the UK.

• Assisting the planner in day-to-day activities
• Be the main point of contact for collection depots
• Collate and book collection times with relevant depots
• Monitor trailer pool across all depots.
• Proactively monitor all areas of key sensitivity
• Clear and concise reporting of issues
• Chase collections and raise an issue log for any anomalies

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Previous administration experience.
• Experience of Windows 10 in a business capacity.
• Previous experience in transport logistics would be advantageous but not essential.

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• A team player with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• A methodical and structured approach to problem solving.
• An approachable and reliable attitude.
• A keen approach towards self-development

WHAT WILL WE OFFER

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our colleagues to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave, excellent pension scheme and life assurance.

There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you are looking for a fast‑paced company, with a global brand and a strong UK presence that actively invests in its people, then this is an excellent opportunity for you to work within a friendly, proactive successful team.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Equality, diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of everything EV Cargo does. We offer a diverse and inclusive community that respects individuals and enables them to strive for success in order to contribute positively and sustainably to the business. By creating this environment in which everyone can express and develop their potential, from the moment they are hired and throughout their career, means ensuring that all our colleagues have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or affiliation with a political, religious, union, organisation or minority group.

EV Cargo reserves the right to close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications is received.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are not able to provide detailed feedback to applicants that were not shortlisted.