Transport Administrator

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Far Cotton; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK seeks a dedicated transport professional to manage the timely movement of vehicles and maintain logistics systems. Candidates should have prior experience in the transport sector, knowledge of transport legislation, and excellent IT skills. This full-time role offers a salary of £34,054 per annum, holiday pay, and opportunities for career development in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Workplace pension

23.5 days annual leave

Discounts via Hapi App

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a transport environment within e-commerce is essential.
• Knowledge of transport legislation and European Working Time Directive.

Responsibilities

• Administer the timely, safe, and accurate movement of vehicles.
• Maintain the accuracy of WMS/transport IT systems.
• Effectively communicate issues within various departments.

Skills

Transport function experience

Excellent customer service

Problem-solving skills

IT literacy (Word and Excel)

Tools

Microlise

Tachomaster

Job description

Responsibilities

• Administer the timely, safe, and accurate movement of vehicles and associated activities
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of WMS/transport IT systems (Microlise, C Free, Tachomaster).
• Arrange despatch based on client routing guidelines, and booking via different carrier/client portals
• Effectively communicate issues within the Traffic Department, Operations and Business Management
• Collating daily reporting using Word and Excel

Candidate Profile and Qualifications

• Have you been involved in the transport function within logistics and are looking to further your career? Are you a problem solver with great initiative? Do you pride yourself on your attention to detail? Do you want to work for a fantastic company with great culture and strong values? Previous experience in a transport environment within e-commerce is essential
• Knowledge of transport legislation and European Working Time Directive as well as Tachomaster
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills
• IT literate, with excellent Word and Excel capabilities

About GXO

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Working Hours and Compensation

• You will be working on a full-time, permanent basis, 3 on 3 off pattern, covering the hours of 18:00 to 06:00
• An annual salary of £34,054.00 per annum
• Holiday pay and workplace pension
• 23.5 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Access to our Hapi App platform offering a variety of high street discounts, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!
• Opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multiskilling, in a dynamic working environment.