Global Logistics Operations Coordinator

Van der Vlist Transport Group; Hull (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

International exposure

Job summary

Van der Vlist UK, based in Hull, is seeking an Operations Co-ordinator to support a broad range of transport and logistics activities. You will coordinate national and international movements by road and sea, manage customs procedures, and maintain accurate records from order to delivery and invoicing.

The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work within a close-knit team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport, logistics, freight forwarding, or similar operational roles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and speed.
• Professional telephone manner and clear communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• Processing customer orders and managing transport administration.
• Coordinating national and international transport movements by road and sea.
• Planning transport activities and maintaining the daily planning board.
• Managing customs-related procedures and documentation.
• Raising and issuing transport documentation, proof of delivery, and invoices.
• Updating operational reports, databases, and order records.
• Investigating and planning suitable routes for wide-load and specialist transport movements.
• Applying for permits and liaising with local authorities and police where required.
• Assisting with the movement, loading, unloading, and coordination of machinery and equipment.

Skills

Organised

Strong communicator

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Independent worker

Team player

Proactive

Geographical awareness

Customer focus

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Google Maps

Job description

Van der Vlist UK, based in Hull, is seeking an Operations Co-ordinator to support a broad range of transport and logistics activities. You will coordinate national and international movements by road and sea, manage customs procedures, and maintain accurate records from order to delivery and invoicing.

The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work within a close-knit team in a fast-paced environment.