Transport Coordinator

Purfleet Temporary View Job Description
As Transport Coordinator, you will be a key player in a fast-paced transport control room, ensuring timely and compliant deliveries while maintaining excellent customer service.
  • Immediate Start Required
  • Competitive hourly rate

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised logistics and supply chain organisation, known for its excellence in freight forwarding, warehousing, and transportation solutions. With a strong presence across Europe and a commitment to operational efficiency, the business continues to expand its UK footprint.

Job Description

  • Planning and coordinating daily transport operations for national and regional deliveries
  • Managing driver schedules, vehicle routing, and load planning
  • Liaising with internal teams, external hauliers, and customers to resolve delivery queries
  • Monitoring fleet performance and ensuring compliance with transport regulations
  • Handling transport documentation and updating TMS systems
  • Supporting the Transport Manager in delivering KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives



The Successful Applicant

  • Prior experience in a transport or logistics coordination role, ideally within a high-volume environment
  • Working knowledge of UK and EU transport legislation (e.g., WTD, Tachographs)
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills
  • Proficiency with transport management systems (e.g., Mandata, Microlise, or similar)
  • The ability to work effectively under pressure and solve problems on the move
  • Flexibility for shift work, including occasional weekends



What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Immediate start available
  • Comprehensive training and support from an experienced leadership team
  • On-site parking, Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm



Contact
Harry Hull
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6789535
Phone number
+44 207 269 2201

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Transport Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Purfleet
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Harry Hull
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2201
Job reference
JN-072025-6789535