Transport Admin

Pertemps North West and North Wales

Sales & Transport Coordinator – Maternity Cover
Location: Whitchurch
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Pay Rate: £17.18 per hour
Contract: Maternity Cover
Recruiting on behalf of our client

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Sales & Transport Coordinator to provide maternity cover within their busy Sales & Transport department.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, confident using Microsoft Office and spreadsheets, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where communication and attention to detail are essential.

The RoleWorking closely with the Sales Manager, Operations and Factory teams, you will provide essential support to the existing Sales & Transport team. You will be responsible for coordinating customer orders, sales administration and transport arrangements to ensure products are delivered to customers efficiently and on time.

Key Responsibilities
  • Generate and maintain daily sales plans.

  • Collate daily actual weights by grower and maintain the sales master sheet.

  • Take and process customer orders.

  • Enter orders onto the Niche system and update the sales plan.

  • Maintain and update frozen stock records.

  • Log despatch note information accurately.

  • Print invoices from the Niche system and check them against the sales book.

  • Complete end-of-day stock checks and advise customers of any shortages.

  • Run relevant reports from the Niche system.

  • Arrange transport using both company drivers and third-party hauliers, ensuring deliveries are arranged in the most cost-effective way.

  • Coordinate the transport of live birds into the plant to support the smooth running of the factory.

  • Liaise with external cold stores regarding the booking of frozen loads in and out, ensuring timely uplift and delivery requirements are met.

  • Communicate sales and transport issues to the relevant internal teams.

  • Develop and maintain spreadsheets and other administrative systems within the Sales & Transport department.

  • Work closely with colleagues across Sales, Operations and Factory teams to ensure the smooth running of daily operations.

Essential Skills & Experience
  • Good computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office and Excel/spreadsheets.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

  • Ability to communicate effectively with both customers and internal teams.

  • Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.

Desirable Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience within any of the following areas would be advantageous:

  • Sales administration.

  • Transport or logistics.

  • Customer service.

  • Planning or coordination.

  • Experience using systems such as Niche.

You will also ideally have:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong problem-solving abilities.

  • A flexible approach to working hours when required.

  • The ability to remain calm and organised in a busy working environment.

How to ApplyIf you are interested in this Sales & Transport Coordinator opportunity and would like to find out more, please send your CV to:

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Location: Whitchurch
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Pay: £17.18 per hour
Contract: Maternity Cover
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