Full job descriptionLogistics Coordinator - Manchester - Full TimeOur client is a well-established industrial packaging manufacturer, specialising in bespoke packaging solutions for customers across a wide range of industries.
On behalf of our client, we are looking to recruit an experienced Logistics Coordinator to manage the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring deliveries are planned efficiently, vehicles remain compliant, and customer expectations are consistently met. This is a varied and hands-on role requiring excellent organisational skills, transport planning experience, and a strong understanding of fleet administration and transport compliance.
Package*Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm (early finish on Fridays when workload allows)
*£30,000 per annum
*5% annual performance bonus
*Christmas bonus
*Private medical insurance after 12 months
*Company pension
Logistics Coordinator - Responsibilities*Plan and schedule daily transport routes and coordinate collections.
*Liaise with production, customers, drivers and third-party hauliers to ensure deliveries run efficiently.
*Monitor vehicle maintenance schedules, servicing, MOTs and inspections to maintain fleet compliance.
*Manage driver records, drivers’ hours, tachograph infringements and transport administration.
*Ensure transport operations comply with current transport legislation and company procedures.
*Prepare and maintain transport documentation and accurate operational records.
*Organise product transfers between company sites.
*Monitor customer KPIs and produce regular operational reports.
*Resolve transport and logistics issues quickly to minimise disruption.
*Support the accounts department with month-end administration when required.
Logistics Coordinator - Requirements*Previous experience within logistics, transport planning or transport administration.
*Good understanding of transport compliance, drivers’ hours regulations and tachograph infringements.
*Experience coordinating fleet maintenance and vehicle administration.
*Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
*Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across production, customers, drivers and third-party hauliers.
*Strong Microsoft Excel and general IT skills (Sage experience desirable).
*Ability to work independently in a busy, fast-paced environment with excellent attention to detail.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business where you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of logistics and transport operations while developing alongside the company.
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