Details:
- Salary: £32,000 - 35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Lutterworth
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Thorn Baker Recruitment have the exciting opportunity to recruit for a Supply Chain Coordinator for our client based in the Lutterworth area of Leicestershire.
Pay And Benefits
Starting Salary of £32,000 - £35,000 per annum.
Monday - Friday (42.5 hours)
Private Health care
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Increase employer pension contributions (5%)
Free on site parking
Job Overview
The Supply Chain Co-ordinator – Transport Operations is responsible for overseeing transportation and dispatch activities within the supply chain. The role focuses on coordinating fleet operations, managing delivery schedules, offering leadership support and guidance to the driver team and ensuring products move efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively through the supply chain network. The position also supports warehouse coordination, inventory management, carrier management, and compliance with transport and health & safety regulations.
Key Responsibitlies
Transport & Logistics Operations
Supervise daily transport and distribution activities
Coordinate vehicle scheduling, route planning, and dispatch operations
Monitor delivery timelines and resolve transport delays
Ensure efficient utilization of fleet vehicles and drivers
Track transportation KPIs including on-time delivery, fuel usage, and vehicle performance
Liaise with third-party transport providers and carriers
Supply Chain Coordination
Coordinate movement of goods between warehouses, suppliers, and customers
Support inventory management with inbound, stock availability and reporting
Collaborate with up stream supply chain, warehouse, and customer service teams
Ensure accurate shipping and transport documentation
Monitor stock transfers and outbound logistics performance
Compliance & Safety
Ensure compliance with transport legislation and company procedures
Monitor vehicle maintenance and inspection schedules
Maintain health & safety standards across transport operations
Investigate accidents, delivery issues, or operational disruptions
Be a point of support to the DC manager for driver team management
What we need from you
Strong understanding of supply chain and transport operations
Fleet coordination and route planning experience
Knowledge of logistics KPIs and reporting
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Good communication and organizational skills
Experience using ERP, warehouse, or transport management systems
Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field
Experience in transport, logistics, or distribution operations
Supervisory experience in a warehouse or transport environment
Knowledge of health & safety and transport compliance regulations
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