Transport Co-ordinator (Interim)

We are actively looking to engage transport, freight, logistics professionals with a passion transport planning & management for a new role as a Transport Co-ordinator in Derbyshire! This role is for an 18 month fixed-term contract with potential options to move into permanent employment. Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity. Client Details Our client is a growing powerhouse in the 3PL and European Haulage sector. The business has multiple facilities across the UK and Europe and specialises in full, part and groupage loads of pallet distribution. You will be joining a fast-paced environment hosting a customer based of large E-Commerce, FMCG and Manufacturing business with around 170 colleagues on site.

Job Description

As a Transport Co-ordinator you will report into the Transport & Logistics Manager on a daily basis and will be responsible for the following areas of responsibility within the Derbyshire office.

• Manage all orders of full-loads, part-loads and groupage pallet distribution across a large fleet of HGV, LGV, Courier and Sub-contracted vehicles.
• Utilise a transport management system and ensure all routes are planned onto the appropriate resource. Ensure that the most cost-effective route to market is used and that all customer specific requirements are met.
• Manage driver de-briefs and tacho downloads.
• Review and provide Operations and the Commercial team with carrier collection schedules, making any necessary adjustments in line with the customer's requirements.
• Support the Transport Manager with RFQs for new customers and support with new integrations and processes. The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will have an expansive background in transport, logistics planning & operations and will have the following skills & experience:
• 2+ years' experience in a transport planning / co-ordination role ideally in a 3PL, haulage and pallet network background.
• Experience in the co-ordination or planning of drivers of either courier, HGV or LGV vehicles.
• Ability to work a days shift pattern (Monday to Friday)
• Commutable to Derbyshire.
• Ability to conduct an 18 month fixed-term contract. What's On Offer? xwwtmva
• £30,000-£34,000
• 33 days annual leave
• Comprehensive bonus package (circa 10%)
• Access to a growing career ladder
• World-class training & development within a leading business.
• Private healthcare allowance...