Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - 40,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Paddock Wood Kent
- Date: 14 hours ago
Description:
Transport & Logistics Coordinator
Location: West Kent
Salary: £35,000 (Negotiable, dependent on experience) + Company Bonus Scheme
Hours: Monday – Friday
Full-Time | Permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a successful and established manufacturing and distribution business as a Transport & Logistics Coordinator.
We're looking for an experienced transport and logistics professional who understands the complexities of route planning, transport pricing, third-party hauliers and day-to-day logistics operations.
This is a hands-on, commercially focused position where you'll play a key role in coordinating transport activities, improving efficiencies and ensuring deliveries are completed on time and within budget.
What You'll Be Doing
* Coordinating daily transport operations, including route planning, load scheduling, deliveries and collections.
* Organising third-party hauliers, pallet networks and external transport providers.
* Negotiating transport rates, managing pricing and identifying opportunities to reduce costs.
* Planning efficient delivery routes while considering customer requirements, vehicle capacity and operational deadlines.
* Working closely with Warehouse, Sales and Operations teams to ensure smooth logistics processes.
* Reviewing existing transport procedures, improving systems and introducing more efficient working practices.
* Monitoring transport performance, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance.
What We're Looking For
* Previous experience in transport coordination, transport planning, logistics management or a similar operational role.
* Strong understanding of route planning, load optimisation and transport scheduling.
* Experience working with external hauliers, pallet networks and transport suppliers.
* Commercial awareness, including transport pricing, rate negotiation and cost control.
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* A proactive, solutions-focused approach with an interest in improving processes and efficiencies.
The Company
You'll be joining an established UK manufacturing and distribution business with an excellent reputation, a loyal workforce and a collaborative working environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced transport professional who enjoys the operational and commercial side of logistics, without the requirement to manage a team.
Package
* £35,000 basic salary (Negotiable, dependent on experience)
* Company bonus scheme
* 28 days' annual leave including Bank Holidays, plus Christmas closure
* Monday – Friday, day shift
* Permanent position based in West Kent
This role is being handled by Sam Palmer @ Pearson Whiffin