Transport Coordinator

ATL; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in the East Midlands is seeking a Transport Coordinator. This role involves overseeing transport operations, optimizing delivery routes, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in logistics coordination and strong organizational skills. Benefits include private medical insurance and life insurance.

Benefits

Bereavement leave

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in transport/logistics coordination.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in TMS, GPS tracking, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Optimize delivery routes and schedules.
• Assign routes, manage schedules, and monitor performance.
• Act as the primary contact for drivers, clients, and internal teams.
• Ensure adherence to transport regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of transport regulations

Tools

TMS

GPS tracking

MS Office

Job description

Overview

The Transport Coordinator oversees day transport operations, ensuring efficient and timely delivery of goods. Responsibilities include route planning, driver and vehicle management, compliance oversight, and stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to logistics.

Salary: £34,000-£35,000 per year

Shift Pattern: 4 On / 4 Off (Days) | 06:00 am - 18:00 pm

Key Responsibilities

• Route Planning: Optimize delivery routes and schedules.
• Driver Management: Assign routes, manage schedules, and monitor performance.
• Communication: Act as the primary contact for drivers, clients, and internal teams.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to transport regulations and safety standards.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Schedule servicing, PMIs, and MOTs with VMU.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain delivery records, prepare transport documents, and generate operational reports.
• Team Supervision: Support and manage transport staff, conduct performance reviews, and facilitate training.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 2 years experience in transport/logistics coordination.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in TMS, GPS tracking, and MS Office.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and safety standards.

Desirable Qualifications

• HGV license and advanced software skills.

Benefits

• Bereavement leave
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance