Transport Administrator/ Co-Ordinator

Streamline Search; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK logistics company in Exeter seeks an Operations Planner to oversee fleet activities and ensure the efficient movement of freight. The ideal candidate has strong logistics knowledge, great communication abilities, and can work under pressure. The role offers a salary of £28,571.40 with 25 days annual leave and additional benefits. Flexibility in hours is essential.

Benefits

Annual Leave of 25 days plus bank holidays

Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme

Death in Service Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Understanding of Health & Safety and Aviation Security protocols.
• Knowledgeable about Logistics and Freight forwarding protocols.
• Capable of working well under pressure.
• Flexibility in working hours depending on operational needs.
• Good communications skills are essential.
• Ability to foresee and prevent potential challenges.
• Strong geographical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Organise, direct, and coordinate activities of the fleet and drivers.
• Ensure safe and efficient movement of freight to and from airlines.

Skills

Health & Safety Knowledge

Logistics Knowledge

Pressure Management

Communication Skills

Geographical Knowledge

Job description

Overview

Operations Planner required! My client is a leading UK logistics company, specialising in next-day and same-day delivery of air and sea freight. They are now looking for an Operations Planner to join their friendly, dynamic team, playing a crucial role in managing and developing the team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organising, directing and co-ordinating the activities of the Fleet, all drivers (both employed and agency drivers), and the resources necessary for the safe, efficient and economic movement of freight to and from airlines and agents in the Exeter area.

Position Requirements

• Understands Health & Safety and Aviation Security protocols
• Knowledge of Logistics and Freight forwarding protocols
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Flexible working hours due to operational needs
• Good communications skills
• Ability to prevent any future issues / foresee any potential challenges
• Good geographical knowledge

Position Remuneration

• Monday to Friday - 05:45-15:45 including a 1-hour unpaid break
• Starting salary of £28,571.40 per annum
• Annual Leave of 25 days plus bank holidays
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
• Death in Service Life Assurance

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