Transport Coordinator

Expect Distribution Limited; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted gym membership

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Expect Distribution Limited in Colchester is hiring a Transportation Coordinator to support all aspects of our transportation operations. The role focuses on coordinating schedules, leading drivers and logistics staff, and delivering reliable, timely goods to customers. You will work Monday to Friday with rotating 6am–11am starts.

Salary £30,000–£33,000 (paid monthly) under a permanent contract at CO7 7JW. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, excellent communication, and a

Qualifications

• Leadership to manage a team effectively.
• Excellent communication with drivers, suppliers and customers.
• Ability to drive operational efficiencies in transportation processes.
• Proficiency in IT systems related to transportation management.
• Fluent in English, written and verbal.
• Customer service-oriented approach to handle queries and complaints efficiently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word for documentation purposes.

Responsibilities

• Managing the supply chain logistics to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Coordinating and scheduling transportation activities
• Leading a team of drivers and logistics staff
• Communicating effectively with drivers, suppliers, and customers
• Driving continuous improvement in transportation processes
• Utilising IT systems for route planning and tracking shipments
• Providing excellent customer service to resolve transportation issues promptly

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Transportation management

IT systems

Customer service

Organization

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Founded in 2005, Pallet Plus became part of the Expect Distribution Group in 2023. We provide reliable palletised distribution as part of a wider, customer-focused logistics network. Known for our friendly, down-to-earth culture, we offer a supportive environment where people can grow, develop and build long-term careers.

Expect Distribution is an award-winning logistics provider with over 36 years of experience delivering flexible, reliable warehousing, transport and distribution solutions across the UK. With people at the heart of everything we do, we foster a safe, inclusive and collaborative workplace where colleagues are supported to succeed and grow.

Position Overview:

We are hiring a Transportation Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the transportation operations within our organisation.

Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday //rotating between 6am starts and 11am starts
Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 (paid monthly)
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: CO7 7JW (Colchester)

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the supply chain logistics to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Coordinating and scheduling transportation activities
• Leading a team of drivers and logistics staff
• Communicating effectively with drivers, suppliers, and customers
• Driving continuous improvement in transportation processes
• Utilising IT systems for route planning and tracking shipments
• Providing excellent customer service to resolve transportation issues promptly

Role Requirements:

• Strong leadership abilities to manage a team effectively
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders
• Ability to drive operational efficiencies in transportation processes
• Proficiency in IT systems related to transportation management
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal
• Customer service-oriented approach to handle queries and complaints efficiently
• Proficient in Microsoft Word for documentation purposes
• Highly organised with the ability to multitask effectively

What We Offer:

• D iscounted gym membership through Medicash
• Funded Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong leadership abilities to manage a team effectively Excellent communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders Ability to drive operational efficiencies in transportation processes