Logistics Coordinator

We are recruiting for a Logistics Co-ordinator for one of our clients based in Swinton (M27)

This will be working Monday - Friday between the hours of (04:30/05:00 to 13:00/13:30)

Key Accountabilities:

Skills & Competences:

• To communicate and escalate any delivery issues.
• To communicate with drivers.
• To communicate with stores where applicable/required.
• To communicate with the warehouse to ensure on time in full loading of vehicles.
• Assist with the allocation of work for all drivers and ensure all paperwork is correct.
• Be a point of contact to assist the Driver Manager with First notification documents for any incidents.
• Assist with agency drivers, more specifically licence checks, sign off’s and day 1 support
• Assist with TMS systems. (Microlise/TruTac/TruCheck)
• Carry out any other reasonable tasks that are required by your line manager.

Key Responsibilities of the role

• Coordination and Dispatch: Collaborating with the First Line Manager (FLM) to coordinate the movement of goods, ensuring timely pickups and deliveries.
• Utilizing Transportation Management Systems (TMS): Using TMS to track transportation routes and communicate effectively with drivers and delivery personnel.
• Compliance: Providing adequate support to the compliance team to ensure the safe and legal transportation of goods.
• Customer Service: Providing exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries, resolving transportation-related issues, and maintaining positive relationships with drivers, colleagues, and clients.
• Problem Solving: Responding to unforeseen transportation challenges and implementing effective solutions to minimize disruptions and maintain high service levels at the lowest cost to Bunzl.
• Environmental Sustainability: Collaborating with the Transport Planner to implement eco-friendly practices that align with the company's commitment to environmental sustainability.
• Flexibility: Being open to carrying out additional tasks or responsibilities as required by the company, including holiday cover for the AM and PM Transport operator roles as detailed above.

• Experience: Previous experience in a Transport function or department is preferred
• Customer Service: Experience in a customer-facing role with a strong focus on customer service is preferred.
• TMS Knowledge: Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Transport Operations Knowledge: A good understanding of Transport Operations, including routing, logistics, and scheduling.
• Transport Regulations: Knowledge of Transport Regulations to ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Skills & Competences:

• Experience: Previous experience in a Transport function or department is preferred
• Customer Service: Experience in a customer-facing role with a strong focus on customer service is preferred.
• TMS Knowledge: Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Transport Operations Knowledge: A good understanding of Transport Operations, including routing, logistics, and scheduling.
• Transport Regulations: Knowledge of Transport Regulations to ensure compliance with legal requirements.