Transport Coordinator
hace 8 días
Felixstowe
Reed Recruitment is supporting a growing logistics business in the recruitment of a Transport Coordinator & Warehouse Operations Coordinator to join their Felixstowe operation. \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced logistics professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will take responsibility for coordinating transport activities while also supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the warehouse function. \n The role requires a strong understanding of logistics and supply chain operations, alongside the confidence and initiative to resolve challenges quickly and effectively. \n Key Responsibilities \n Transport Coordination \n\n • Plan and coordinate daily transport activities to ensure customer deliveries and collections are completed efficiently.\n, • Liaise with drivers, hauliers, customers, and internal departments to maintain service levels.\n, • Monitor transport schedules and proactively manage delays or operational issues.\n, • Produce and maintain accurate transport documentation and records.\n, • Ensure compliance with company procedures and transport regulations.\n, • Support wider freight forwarding and supply chain activities where required.\n\n Warehouse Operations \n\n • Coordinate inbound and outbound warehouse activities.\n, • Oversee stock movements and inventory accuracy.\n, • Ensure goods are received, stored, and dispatched in line with customer requirements.\n, • Allocate workloads and prioritise tasks to meet operational deadlines.\n, • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the warehouse operation.\n, • Promote and maintain safe working practices throughout the facility.\n\n Customer Service & Problem Solving \n\n • Act as a central point of contact for operational queries.\n, • Investigate and resolve transport, warehousing, and supply chain issues efficiently.\n, • Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, suppliers, and colleagues.\n, • Identify operational challenges and implement practical solutions.\n, • Deliver high levels of customer service at all times.\n\n Candidate Requirements \n Essential Skills \n\n • Previous experience within logistics, transport, freight forwarding, warehousing, or supply chain operations.\n, • Strong understanding of transport planning and warehouse processes.\n, • Excellent organisational and communication skills.\n, • Proven ability to solve problems and make decisions under pressure.\n, • Ability to manage multiple workloads and prioritise effectively.\n, • Strong IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and operational systems.\n, • High attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Knowledge of container logistics and UK haulage operations.\n, • Understanding of customs procedures and international freight movements.\n, • Experience working within a port-centric logistics environment.\n, • Relevant logistics, transport, or supply chain qualifications.\n\n The successful candidate will be: \n\n • A confident and resilient problem solver.\n, • Highly organised and self-motivated.\n, • Customer-focused with a commitment to service excellence.\n, • A strong team player with the ability to work independently.\n, • Proactive, adaptable, and capable of taking ownership of tasks.\n\n Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary.\n, • Pension scheme.\n, • Ongoing training and development opportunities.\n, • Clear career progression prospects.\n, • Supportive and collaborative working environment.\n, • Opportunity to join a successful and expanding logistics operation.\n\n \n