Transportation and Logistics Coordinator

The Role: Transportation and Logistics CoordinatorLocation: Peterlee (On-site) Contract: Fixed term assignment till Nov 2027Working Hours: 36.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday Excellent Pay Rates:Day Shift: 20.33Afternoon Shift (20% premium): 24.40Night Shift (35% premium): 27.45Overtime 1.5 (Mon-Sat): 30.50Overtime 2 (Sundays): 40.66Shift Timings:Days: 08:00 - 16:00 (Mon-Thurs), 08:00 - 12:30 (Fri)Afternoons: 16:00 - 00:00 (Mon-Thurs), 12:30 - 17:00 (Fri)Nights: 00:00 - 08:00 (Mon-Thurs), 17:00 - 21:30 (Fri)Role OverviewThe Transportation and Logistics Coordinator is responsible for the planning, coordination, and administration of domestic and international transport operations, ensuring the timely and compliant movement of parts, kits, and finished goods. The role acts as a key liaison between carriers, customers, warehouse operations, and international suppliers to maintain service levels, support continuous improvement initiatives, and manage transportation compliance activities. Key ResponsibilitiesTransportation Planning and ExecutionInternational Shipping and Export ComplianceReturnable Packaging ManagementPerformance Analysis and ReportingCustomer Service and Operational SupportSkills and ExperienceTransportation, logistics, or supply chain coordination experience.Knowledge of freight booking systems, transportation management platforms, and SAP.Experience managing international shipping documentation and export compliance processes.Strong analytical and reporting ..... full job details .....