Transport Co-ordinator

Fast Freight Forward Limited; Greater London, Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fast Freight Forward Limited is seeking two Transport Coordinators in London (E7 9HZ) and Birmingham (Handsworth, B21 0AF). You will plan shipments, routes and schedules and coordinate with drivers to ensure on-time pickups and deliveries.

You will adapt to changes, communicate clearly with customers and drivers, and keep the 24/7 dispatch running smoothly across our UK branches. Experience in transport, logistics or dispatch coordination is valued, and you will work in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Experience in transport, logistics or dispatch coordination.
• Calm and organised under time pressure.
• Strong communication and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage shipping, routes and delivery schedules.
• Allocate the right vehicle and driver to each job.
• Communicate with drivers and customers throughout each delivery.
• Respond quickly to changes and keep jobs on track.

Skills

Route and schedule planning

Dispatch and operations software

Clear communication

Education

Logistics or transport experience preferred

Job description

2 Positions Available London (E7 9HZ) and Birmingham (Handsworth, B21 0AF)

As a Transport Co-ordinator you sit at the heart of our operation, planning shipments, routes and schedules so every consignment is collected and delivered on time. You will liaise with drivers and customers, solve problems quickly, and keep our 24/7 dispatch running.

Roles and responsibilities

• Plan and manage shipping, routes and delivery schedules
• Allocate the right vehicle and driver to each job
• Communicate with drivers and customers throughout each delivery
• Respond quickly to changes and keep jobs on track

Qualification and requirement

• Experience in transport, logistics or dispatch coordination
• Calm and organised under time pressure
• Strong communication and problem solving skills

Skills required

• Route and schedule planning
• Dispatch and operations software
• Clear communication

Education required

• Logistics or transport experience preferred

Who can apply

Experienced candidates with a transport, logistics or dispatch background.

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