Salary: c£28k
Location: East Midlands
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Transport Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and managing the transportation needs of our company, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods and services.
Your tasks
1. Plan and coordinate transportation carriers with monthly forecast and trailer requirements
2. Review and provide Operations and the Commercial team with carrier collection schedules, making any necessary adjustments in line with the customer's requirements.
3. Support the Transport Manager with RFQs for new customers and support with new integrations and processes.
4. Prepare transport sales invoices, investigate any discrepancies, and approve carrier invoices.
5. Ensure all transport rate cards are updated in TM for both purchase and sales
6. Prepare and participate in the Carrier MBR's & QBR's
7. Analyse data from weekly KPI reports, provide investigations and continuous improvement
8. Identify any future issues or potential risks with carriers
9. Provide support to the Commercial team with weekly performance updates, including an overview of any investigations and outcomes.
10. Support the functions with any carrier related queries or escalation
11. Analysing carrier rate offers for cost savings and improved service offerings
Your profile
12. Proven experience as a Transport Coordinator or in a similar role
13. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
14. Strong organizational and multitasking skills
15. Knowledge of transportation regulations and best practices
16. Attention to detail and problem solving
What we offer
17. 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days
18. Pension contribution
19. A life assurance policy that pays out 4 x Salary
20. Employee Assistance Programme that provides you with confidential support, information, and advice to help you
21. Employee Discount Scheme