Transport Administrator
ACS Staffing Solutions
Location :Leicester
Hours: Full Time - Permanent
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
What will you be doing?
- Providing administrative support to the transport and operations team.
- Scheduling and coordinating vehicle movements to ensure timely collections and deliveries.
- Liaising with drivers, customers, warehouses, and third-party hauliers to communicate transport updates.
- Processing transport documentation, including delivery notes, manifests, PODs (Proofs of Delivery), and customs-related paperwork where required.
- Monitoring vehicle schedules and tracking shipments to ensure service levels are met.
- Updating transport management systems with accurate shipment and delivery information.
- Assisting with route planning and load scheduling to maximise efficiency.
- Managing driver records, compliance documentation, and vehicle-related paperwork.
- Handling customer enquiries and resolving transport-related issues in a professional manner.
- Producing reports and maintaining accurate transport and operational records.
- Supporting the wider freight forwarding team with general administrative duties as required.
- Previous experience in a transport, logistics, freight forwarding, or administrative role.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Experience using transport management systems (TMS) or logistics software is advantageous.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing documentation.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of freight forwarding, customs procedures, or transport compliance would be beneficial.
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths; additional logistics qualifications are advantageous.
- Competitive salary.
- Company pension scheme.
- Holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
- Career development and progression opportunities.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Friendly and supportive working environment.
- Employee assistance programme (where applicable).
- Free on-site parking.
- Company events and team-building activities.
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