Transport Coordinator (DAYS)

Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller; Stretford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy products company in Stretford is seeking a Transport Coordinator to manage transport operations. The role includes daily driver briefings, overseeing vehicle compliance, and ensuring operational excellence. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong work ethic. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and a range of benefits including annual leave, pension contributions, and discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Life assurance

Annual leave that increases with service

Company pension matching contributions

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a transport or logistics role is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive, can-do attitude with self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily driver briefings and identify performance improvements.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and monitor service levels.
• Manage breakdown and recovery procedures for all vehicles.

Skills

Transport or logistics experience

Team collaboration

Deadline management

Self-motivation

Clear communication

Strong work ethic

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Transport Coordinator - Manchester Depot. We are hiring a Transport Coordinator to join our team at the Manchester Depot (M17 1TU) 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.

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.

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.

Qualifications and Attributes

• 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
• £33,007.42 (plus 1.25x overtime premium)
• 2x Life Assurance
• 23 days annual leave (increases with service)
• Company Pension - business will match contributions to 4% of qualifying earnings
• 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