Transport Coordinator

Müller UK & Ireland; Bristol; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy products company is seeking a Transport Coordinator to join their team in Bristol. In this full-time role, you will manage transport operations, lead safety initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have transport or logistics experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude. Benefits include a competitive salary and various perks such as life assurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

2x Life Assurance

Company Pension matching

23 days annual leave

Enhanced family leave policies

Müller Rewards discount scheme

Free onsite secured parking

Responsibilities

• Lead daily driver briefings and implement performance improvements.
• Champion safety culture and conduct safety sweeps.
• Manage breakdown and recovery procedures for vehicles.
• Drive operational excellence through improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Support third-party logistics relationships.

Skills

Relevant experience in transport or logistics

Ability to work independently and in a team

Effective deadline management

Self-motivated attitude

Strong communication skills

Initiative and ownership

Strong work ethic

Job description

Overview

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Müller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.

Join Our Team as a Transport Coordinator – Bristol

We’re hiring a Transport Coordinator to join our team at the Bristol Depot within the Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution Business.

In this full-time, permanent role, you’ll play a key part in coordinating transport operations that deliver both value and compliance.

Role details

• Contract: Full-time / Permanent
• Location: Bristol (BS11 0YW)
• Shift: 4 on, 4 off – 0600 – 1800
• Salary: £34,594.64

Responsibilities

• Lead daily driver briefings and debriefings, identifying and implementing performance improvements via PMS.
• Champion Müller’s safety culture by using STAR cards, conducting safety sweeps, and supporting accident/incident investigations.
• Maintain and update the site’s run folder, ensuring all changes are clearly communicated.
• Manage breakdown and recovery procedures for all MMID vehicles.
• Oversee site assets including GKNs, trolleys, and handheld devices.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing improvement initiatives.
• Understand and enforce all work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor service levels, including customer service metrics and reporting of shorts and lates.
• Ensure effective resource allocation, legal compliance, and timely communication of changes.
• Manage the site fuel master key and track fuel usage.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing in collaboration with the garage team.
• Oversee the Daily Tacho Master system to ensure driver compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Conduct trailer checks, including temperature monitoring and regular audits.
• Manage cross-dock operations efficiently.
• Maintain AS400 system housekeeping.
• Promote and embody MMID values and behaviours.
• Support and manage third-party logistics (3PL) relationships.

Skills & Experience

• Has relevant experience in a similar transport or logistics role (desirable)
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Can manage deadlines and prioritise effectively
• Is self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude
• Demonstrates initiative and ownership in their work
• Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Brings a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence

What’s in it for you?

At Müller, we believe in rewarding our people for the great work they do. As a Transport Coordinator, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, career, and lifestyle:

• A competitive salary, monthly paid
• 2x Life Assurance
• Company Pension – business will match contributions to 4% of qualifying earnings
• 23 days annual leave (to raise with service)
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Access to the Müller Rewards discount scheme offering over 800 discounts online and in-store and the potential to make savings across grocery and clothes shopping, holidays, insurance, gifts and more
• Free onsite secured colleague car parking