Transport Supervisor

Flexible People; Tyldesley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a motivated Transport Administrator/Supervisor in Tyldesley. This full-time role involves coordinating daily transport operations, ensuring timely deliveries, and supporting drivers. The ideal candidate has a strong background in transport or logistics administration, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Opportunities for skill development and long-term prospects are offered.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to develop supervisory skills

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a transport or logistics administration role (essential).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Confident communicator, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily transport operations for timely and efficient deliveries.
• Monitor driver performance and address route queries.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and internal policies.

Skills

Transport logistics experience

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Transport logistics software

Job description

Overview

Transport Administrator / Supervisor – Atherton | £12.57 per hour | Full-time, Ongoing | Monday to Friday, 10:00am - 6:00pm. Flexible People Ltd are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established client based in Atherton, a leading distributor of wholesale cleaning products. We'r e looking for a motivated and experienced Transport Administrator/Supervisor to support and oversee key aspects of the daily transport operation.

This is a pivotal role that goes beyond general administration — ideal for someone with a solid background in transport or logistics who is ready to take a step up in responsibility, with some duties typically associated with a Transport Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily transport operations to ensure timely and efficient deliveries
• Print, process, and manage delivery notes and routing schedules
• Monitor driver performance and delivery progress throughout the day
• Act as first point of contact for drivers, addressing route queries and delivery issues
• Update delivery information and amend records accurately within internal systems
• Liaise with warehouse, planning, and customer service teams to ensure smooth logistics flow
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and internal policies
• Assist in investigating delivery discrepancies or failures
• Compile and present transport performance data and KPIs
• Maintain accurate filing systems and records for audits and reporting
• Provide general administrative support as required

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a transport or logistics administration role (essential)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise workload
• Confident communicator - both verbal and written
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Comfortable liaising with drivers and operational staff in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and transport/logistics software systems

The Offer

• Full-time, ongoing work with long-term prospects
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Opportunity to develop transport and supervisory skills

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid transport admin background looking to take on a broader, more involved role in logistics coordination. If you're ready to step up and play a central role in a busy transport operation, we want to hear from you!

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