Transport Co-ordinator/Administrator (27.5 hrs per week)
Location of work: Buckingham
Hours of work: 09:30 am - 15:00, Monday to Friday
25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
Our client based in Buckingham is looking to expand their team and is seeking someone who is used to working in a high-pressure environment, possesses excellent communication skills, has attention to detail, and is tenacious.
Job Summary
Arranging, scheduling, and monitoring material deliveries from Europe to UK sites.
Hiring and monitoring plant items as required by the Contracts Department to UK sites.
Monitoring Trade, H&S Certification, and booking renewal courses.
Key Responsibilities
1. Manage and co-ordinate arranging material transport with the Contracts team.
2. Best buy from various transportation companies for the transportation of materials into UK sites.
3. Plan and co-ordinate transport operations liaising with the Durotan Contracts team, material suppliers, and transportation companies.
4. Manage the importation process with suppliers and transportation companies.
5. Monitor transport costs and delivery times.
6. Update and report on delivery and dispatch requirements.
7. Ensure IT systems in place are maintained and kept updated.
8. Track shipments and deliveries.
9. Resolve problems concerning transportation and supplier collections, referring to the manager if and when required.
10. Effective communication, including writing, speaking, and interpersonal communication.
11. Quick critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
12. Excellent customer service and client relations skills.
13. Best buy from various plant hire companies for plant items to support the contracts team.
14. Arrange deliveries and collections of plant items as directed by the contracts team.
15. Off-hire plant with suppliers; monitor and report on live hires weekly to the contracts team.
16. Liaise with customers regarding delivery and collection of plant to sites.
Please note that at times, due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days, we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you from applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good luck!
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Job Info
Job Title: Transport Co-ordinator/Administrator (27.5 hrs per week)
Company: CV-Library
Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Posted:
Closes: Jan 10th 2025
Sector: Construction
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
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