Distribution Coordinator

Breedon Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials provider in the UK is seeking a Distribution Coordinator to optimize transport routes and ensure timely deliveries. This fixed-term, full-time role focuses on enhancing customer experience from order to delivery, requiring strong logistics planning and coordination skills. Candidates should have prior experience in distribution planning and excellent IT skills. Join a supportive team committed to quality and safety, and benefit from generous annual leave and pension schemes.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in distribution planning, transport coordination, or logistics operations.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to last-minute changes.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and track shipments to ensure timely delivery.
• Liaise with quarries to ensure material availability.
• Analyse lost volumes and enhance capacity to produce/deliver.

Skills

Distribution planning experience

Knowledge of logistics

Strong IT skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Customer-focused approach

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Distribution Coordinator

Department: Customer Service and Distribution

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Treforest Office

Description

About Breedon Group: Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.

Position Overview: We are seeking a detail orientated and highly organised Distribution Coordinator to provide customers with the highest standards of customer service ensuring that we effectively plan, schedule and coordinate deliveries meeting customer promises in full and on time. You will be accountable for optimising transport routes, ensuring timely and cost-effective distribution of goods enabling effective and optimal plan delivery, and providing customers with an excellent experience from the moment they place an order to the delivery of the product and beyond. This is a fixed term position.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule and track shipments to ensure timely delivery ensuring effective use of transport to deliver dry, coated and concrete to all customers internal and external
• Liaise with quarries to ensure material to suit customer needs are available at the correct times and provide effective communication to customers
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Transport and Commercial Teams to optimise distribution plans on the day(s) prior to delivery
• Build and maintain a forward view of haulage and production capacity and work with the Transport Manager to enhance capacity, vehicle availability and service levels daily
• Build haulier and owner driver relationships to maintain or increase availability at current rates
• Liaise with the Transport Manager on all compliance issues, excessive costs for vehicles and any driver or vehicle issues
• Liaise with workshops internal and external to ensure vehicles are maintained as per our legal obligations
• Ensure all duties undertaken by drivers meet our legal obligations, including managing drivers working hours start times and finish times
• Act as the point of contact for Operations and Transport to communicate production disruptions as a result of plant breakdown, driver absence etc., sharing with the Commercial Team to enable them to proactively manage customer expectations to minimise impact
• Analyse declined orders to understand opportunities to enhance capacity to produce/deliver product
• Analyse lost volumes (cancelled or reduced orders) and share repeat occurrences of customer cancellations/reduced orders with the Commercial Team
• Implement and embed changes to ways of working in line with Customer & Commercial Excellence initiatives

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Previous experience in distribution planning, transport coordination, or logistics operations
• Knowledge of logistics, transport regulations, and planning best practices
• Strong IT skills, especially in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Understanding of routing, vehicle capacities, and cost-efficient load planning
• GCSEs or equivalent (minimum)
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to last-minute changes
• Customer-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence
• Team player with the ability to work independently when needed
• Analytical thinker with an understanding of cost and service trade-offs

Desirable

• Familiarity with transport regulations and health & safety requirements

Benefits

• A tailored, competitive salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
• Share Saver Scheme participation
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
• Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways

Diversity Statement

At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Join Us

If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group.

Application Process

Ready to make a meaningful difference? Apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter. We look forward to considering your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.