Transport Assistant- Leeds

Arla Foods Deutschland GmbH; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Arla Foods is seeking a Transport Assistant for their Leeds team. This full-time role involves data management, cost savings, and collaboration within the logistics department. Ideal candidates will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Discounted on-site staff shop

Employer pension contribution matched up to 6%

On-site canteen

Christmas cheese hamper for staff

Qualifications

• Experience in data administration and invoicing.
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information.
• Experience in the financial sector is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support planning for logistics departments and depots.
• Reconcile data and manage purchase orders.
• Provide out-of-hours support for operational queries.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy

IT skills

Proactive attitude

Ability to multitask

Job description

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Arla Foods is looking for a proficient and reliable Transport Assistant to join the team on a full-time and permanent basis. Working 40 hours per week, you will join our Leeds-based multifunctional team to collaborate closely with the entire Logistics department. The role involves interacting with all levels within the organization, from Vice President to front-line colleagues. There are opportunities for development within the role and the organization.

Main Responsibilities

As a Transport Assistant, you will support planning for the logistics departments and depots. Your duties include reconciling data, identifying and driving cost savings, managing purchase orders, and resolving invoice queries. You will also provide out-of-hours support for operational queries on a rota basis.

Skills and Competencies

We are seeking an individual capable of managing data administration and invoicing while continuously seeking process improvements. Excellent communication skills and confidence to challenge when necessary are essential. The following attributes are also desired:

• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload
• Adaptability to business changes
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Proactive attitude and initiative
• Strong numeracy and IT skills
• Excellent organizational skills

Arla operates in a fast-paced environment with a unique culture that invests in its people. Accuracy is paramount in this administrative role. You will work within a friendly, supportive team but must also be capable of working independently. Meeting weekly and monthly deadlines requires effective prioritization. Experience in the financial sector is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Benefits

• 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Discounted on-site staff shop with products like Lurpak, Cravendale, and Arla Protein
• Employer pension contribution matched up to 6%
• On-site canteen
• Christmas cheese hamper for staff

If interested, please apply via the provided link or contact Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at [e-mail].

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates, as these will not be considered. Interested individuals should apply directly through our official channels.

About Arla

Arla is a global dairy industry leader committed to high-quality products, sustainability, and innovation. We are passionate about our people and our planet, aiming to make dairy nutrition accessible to all. Join us and be part of a cooperative making a positive impact on the world and leading the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Diversity and collaboration are central to our success, driving us to new heights in the dairy industry.