Transport Administrator

Igloo Ltd; Ryton-on-Dunsmore; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Onsite parking

Job summary

Igloo Ltd is recruiting a Transport Administrator to join a busy logistics operation in Ryton-on-Dunsmore. The role will initially be based in Ryton-on-Dunsmore, with a move to the Daventry site once the operation relocates.

You must be able to work from Daventry when the move occurs. This fast-paced role supports planning and coordinating daily transport movements, liaising with drivers and internal teams, and maintaining accurate data in Excel and internal systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport administration or a similar logistics role.
• Experience with route planning and coordinating transport movements.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily transport movements.
• Manage inbound and outbound vehicle units.
• Support delivery-day operations and plan next-day loads.
• Source and book trailers to meet needs.
• Pull, review and input transport data accurately.
• Use Excel and internal systems to maintain records.
• Liaise with drivers, transport teams and other departments.
• Provide general admin support to the transport team.

Skills

Transport planning

Route planning

Organisation

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Transport Administrator to join a busy logistics operation in Ryton-on-Dunsmore. The role will initially be based in Ryton-on-Dunsmore, with the operation expected to move to Daventry as soon as possible. Candidates must be able to work from the Daventry site once the move takes place.

This is a fast-paced role supporting the planning and coordination of daily transport operations. We are looking for an organised and proactive individual with strong planning skills and excellent attention to detail.

The Role:

As a Transport Administrator, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and coordinating daily transport movements.
• Managing inbound and outbound vehicle units.
• Supporting delivery-day operations and planning loads for the following day.
• Planning routes and ensuring transport is scheduled efficiently.
• Sourcing and booking trailers to meet operational requirements.
• Pulling, reviewing, and inputting transport data accurately.
• Using Excel and internal systems to maintain accurate records and support planning.
• Working to deadlines and ensuring transport requirements are met.
• Liaising with drivers, transport teams, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Providing general administrative support to the wider transport team.

The Person:

• Previous experience in transport administration, planning, or a similar logistics role.
• Experience with route planning and coordinating transport movements.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with different teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines.
• Experience handling delivery days and planning next-day loads is advantageous.
• Proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work from the Daventry site once the operation moves.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £26,500 per annum.
• Company pension.
• Onsite parking.
• Ongoing work with a leading logistics business.
• Support from Igloo's recruitment team throughout the hiring process.

Commutable from:

Coventry, Rugby, Daventry, Northampton, Leamington Spa, Southam, Nuneaton, Hinckley, Lutterworth and surrounding areas.