Transport Administration assistant

DHL Supply Chain; Woodbury Salterton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join DHL Supply Chain as a Transport Administration Assistant in Exeter. This role involves coordinating driver activities, generating performance reports, and enhancing operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a preference for experience in transport or logistics.

Benefits

Free confidential 24/7 GP service

Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)

Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme

24/7 employee support service with access to free counselling

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in data entry and management systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate driver sign-offs and manage defect reporting.
• Assist in generating reports on transport performance metrics.
• Conduct debriefing sessions with drivers after their runs.
• Act as a liaison between the transport team and the Argos helpdesk.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data entry proficiency

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

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Pay Rate: £26,000

Grade: P

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Shift patterns: Tuesday- Saturday (10:00-18:00)

Location: Exeter - EX5 1EW

Join Our Team as a Transport Administration Assistant!

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with DHL, an award-winning leader in the supply chain business? We're on the lookout for a Transport Administration Assistant who will play a vital role in keeping our wheels turning and our operations running smoothly at Argos, Exeter!

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

As part of your normal duties, whilst maintaining excellent health and safety practices, you will:

• Driver Engagement: Coordinate driver sign-offs and manage defect reporting to ensure vehicle safety and compliance
• Report Generation: Assist in generating reports on transport performance metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Driver Debriefing: Conduct debriefing sessions with drivers after their runs to review performance, address issues, and gather feedback
• Communication: Act as a liaison between the transport team and the Argos helpdesk, reporting on delivery failures, late arrivals, and other operational matters
• Support Operations: Collaborate with the transport management team to streamline processes and enhance overall efficiency
  
  
  

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following experience but don't hesitate to apply if you don't tick every box on this page - we're great at spotting talent and potential in everyone:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in data entry and management systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in a transport or logistics role is preferred.
  
  
  

WHY CHOOSE US?

As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:

• Free confidential 24/7 GP service
• Hundreds of discounts (including retail, childcare + gym)
• Affordable loans & enhanced pension scheme
• 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-benefits
  
  
  

OUR APPROACH TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent and consistent across the UK. Find out more about our global approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/diversity

Be An Essential Part Of Everyday Life

DHL is the global leader in Supply Chain management and we keep the world moving. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more, so they can deliver to their customers.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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