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Gregory Distribution Ltd; Magor; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Life assurance

Pension

Wellbeing support

Cycle To Work

Discounts

Uniform provided

Job summary

Gregory Distribution Ltd, a logistics and transport services provider in the UK, is seeking a proactive Transport Co-ordinator to support the Transport Manager in leading the team and optimising staff and assets. You will liaise with customers to ensure smooth operations and generate regular performance reports.

The role requires strong communication, excellent organisation, and a solid knowledge of UK geography.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Excellent communication at all levels.
• Strong knowledge of the UK geography.
• Excellent organisational skills with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to prioritise tasks and meet daily deadlines.
• Proactive and flexible with a team and independent work style.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Support the Transport Manager to lead the transport team and optimise use of staff and assets.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, clear dispatch instructions and driver debriefs to maintain service quality.
• Collaborate with customers to ensure smooth operation and high service levels.
• Provide regular reports to the Transport Manager on customer and operational matters.
• Respond to queries via email, phone, and in person with excellent customer service.
• Assist in producing KPI data and daily statistics to support target attainment.
• Help maintain a safe, compliant working environment by following company processes.
• Provide direct assistance and support for breakdowns.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

UK geography knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Transport Manager to manage and motivate the transport team to ensure that staff and assets are used effectively to attain maximum performance in terms of commercial contract efficiency, profit and client service levels.
• Provide leadership of day-to-day transport issues, including clear dispatch instructions and driver debriefs to maintain service quality.
• Work closely with our customers to ensure the smooth running of the operation as a whole.
• Provide regular reports to the Transport Manager on customer related and other relevant matters, making recommendations where relevant.
• Respond to queries confidently via email, phone and face-to-face interactions, ensuring excellent customer service at all times.
• Assisting in production of KPI's and daily statistics and playing an active role to ensure daily operational targets are met.
• Contribute to a safe and compliant working environment by following all company processes.
• Direct assistance and support for breakdowns.

Requirements

• Experience of working in a similar role is preferred.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong accuracy and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manager daily deadlines.
• Proactive, solution-focused mindset, with a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Capable of working as part of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?

Competitive Salary

£32,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Hours

06:00hrs - 18:00hrs, on a 4on 4off shift basis.

Training

Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.

Benefits

• Additional holiday purchasing scheme*
• Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*
• Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*
• and more.

Career Growth

Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.

Company Benefits

• Excellent holiday allowance.
• Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.

Extras

• Christmas Savings Club*
• Black Circle Tyre Discount*
• Cycle To Work Scheme*
• Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.

Wellbeing Support

Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.

Team Environment

Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

Eligibility

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.