Junior Logistics Coordinator - Start in Transport Planning

Elk Recruitment; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Elk Recruitment is seeking a Junior Logistics Coordinator for a Kilkenny-based client. This permanent full-time role focuses on planning and coordinating transport routes to ensure efficient deliveries and on-time performance.

The ideal candidate has about 2 years of coordination experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with transport management software and MS Office. A supportive environment with training and development opportunities is offered.

Qualifications

• Ideally 2 years of experience in coordination and planning.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to liaise effectively with various stakeholders.
• Knowledge of transport operations, route planning and delivery processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling transport routes and deliveries to ensure efficiency and punctuality.
• Coordinate daily communication between drivers, dispatchers and clients to relay shipment information.
• Monitor shipment progress and update tracking systems accurately and promptly.
• Maintain and organize transport documentation including delivery notes, invoices, and compliance records.
• Support the resolution of transport-related issues such as delays or route changes in a timely manner.
• Provide general administrative support to support office operations

Skills

Coordination and planning

Transport operations

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Tools

Transport Management Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Elk Recruitment is seeking a Junior Logistics Coordinator for a Kilkenny-based client. This permanent full-time role focuses on planning and coordinating transport routes to ensure efficient deliveries and on-time performance.

The ideal candidate has about 2 years of coordination experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with transport management software and MS Office. A supportive environment with training and development opportunities is offered.