Transport Coordinator

Job Title: Transport Coordinator
Location: Leicester LE18
Remuneration: Competitive salary based on experience
Contract Details: Full-time, permanent

Responsibilities:

• Route Planning: Design efficient delivery routes considering traffic, distance, and client SLA deadlines.
• Driver Dispatching: Assign deliveries based on driver availability, location, and vehicle suitability.
• Fleet Management: Ensure fleet compliance, maintenance, and accurate record-keeping.
• Shipment Tracking: Monitor delivery progress, identify delays, and resolve issues promptly.
• Communication Management: Maintain regular contact with drivers, customers, and internal teams.
• Compliance Management: Ensure adherence to transport regulations and safety standards.
• Documentation Processing: Prepare and manage despatch notes, invoices, and delivery receipts.
• Cost Optimisation: Identify opportunities to reduce transport costs through route efficiency.
• Incident Management: Respond to and resolve transportation-related emergencies or issues.
• Performance Monitoring: Analyse delivery metrics for continuous improvement.
• Customer Focus: Maintain a high level of customer service and responsiveness.
• Flexibility: Support other areas of the business as required.

Skills & Qualities Required:

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Good geographical knowledge of delivery areas and road networks
• Technical proficiency with transportation management systems
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous experience in a transport or logistics coordination role
• Knowledge of transport regulations and compliance standards
• Experience working with fleet management systems

Join us in this dynamic role, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to shine! If you''re ready to coordinate transport with flair, apply now!

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