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Transport Coordinator
Location: Office-based (with flexible WFH after training)
Salary: Circa £37,500 + bonus
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Transport Coordinator to join a well-established business, supporting their Logistics team and working closely with the Commercial function. This is a fast-paced and varied role with a strong focus on transport operations, customs compliance, and stakeholder coordination.
About the Role
As a Transport Coordinator, you will oversee the day-to-day logistics and transport activities, ensuring the smooth movement of goods both domestically and internationally. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate documentation, monitoring service providers, and ensuring all deliveries meet compliance and timing requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage daily logistics schedules (inbound and outbound shipments)
* Ensure timely and compliant delivery of goods in line with ADR/IMDG and AEO requirements
* Coordinate closely with commercial, procurement, and production teams
* Maintain accurate transport and customs documentation
* Monitor performance of third-party logistics providers
* Communicate transport updates and freight rates to internal teams
* Support customs compliance and administration processes
* Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and service providers
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience within logistics, transport, or supply chain
* Strong knowledge of import/export procedures and customs processes
* Experience using customs systems such as CNS, Descartes/Densti8, CDS
* Understanding of AEO procedures highly advantageous
* HAZ/ADR knowledge desirable
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and ideally CRM/ERP systems
What’s on Offer
* Salary circa £37,500
* Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm (37.5 hours per week)
* Office-based role with potential for 1–2 days WFH after training
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* 10% discretionary bonus (paid in January, pro rata)
* Aviva Private Healthcare
* Aegon Pension Scheme
Ideal Candidate
You will thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment, with a proactive mindset and strong attention to detail. You will be confident managing multiple priorities, solving problems, and communicating effectively with both internal teams and external partners.
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