Logistics Coordinator

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

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in the UK is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to streamline transport operations and enhance efficiency. The successful candidate will manage transport-related processes, oversee vehicle records, and provide administrative support to ensure operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills, experience in logistics administration, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers opportunities for growth within a dedicated team focusing on sustainability and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience tracking vehicle movements accurately.
• Ability to manage records of vehicle inspections and servicing schedules.
• Manipulate data to find improvement metrics.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to transport operations.
• Log and track vehicle bottlenecks for claims support.
• Produce daily transport plans in line with customer orders.

Skills

Strong organisational and administrative skills

Experience in transport or logistics administration

Ability to track and log vehicle movements accurately

Familiarity with invoice management and cost tracking

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software

High level of IT literacy

Strong attention to detail

Education

Good working knowledge of transport and logistics operations

Understanding of vehicle maintenance schedules and invoicing processes

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

The primary goal of the Logistics coordinator is to streamline transport operations, enhance efficiency, and ensure professional management of key transport-related processes. The role will support invoice management, track vehicle utilisation, and improve operational oversight, ultimately helping the business continue to provide the best customer service in a cohesive, structured manner as it develops and grows.

The role will also offer support to the planning of the fleet to ensure efficiency if operational demands are high

Key accountabilities

• Providing administrative support to transport operations
• Ensuring telephone cover during key meetings and training sessions
• Logging and tracking vehicle bottlenecks to support claims and operational efficiency
• Overseeing vehicle sales, VORs, and driver availability to maintain a clear operational overview
• Managing records of vehicle inspections, MOTs, and servicing schedules
• Liaising with staff to provide information when required
• Help compile wages and holiday bookings
• Booking jobs on to the group weighbridge software
• Ensuring effective communication to the whole driving team
• Ensuring drivers hours and regulations are being adhered to
• Produce a daily transport plan in line with customer orders and expectations
• Assist in the management of vehicle / trailer defects to a compliant close out

Areas of responsibility

• Tracking and logging vehicle movements, downtime, and utilisation
• Supporting claims and disputes with accurate records of vehicle bottlenecks, times, and registrations
• Monitoring and reporting on vehicle maintenance schedules, including inspections and servicing
• Supporting business operations with clear and professional record-keeping
• Aiding planning and routing of the vehicles
• Assisting with any other duties within the scope of the department
• Problem solving within the company for staff and relevant departments
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the business

Experience and Skills

• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Experience in transport or logistics administration is advantageous
• Ability to track and log vehicle movements accurately
• Familiarity with invoice management and cost tracking
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software
• Be able to understand and manipulate data to find improvement metrics
• High level of IT literacy
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work proactively and self-manage

Qualifications and Knowledge

• A good working knowledge of transport and logistics operations
• An understanding of vehicle maintenance schedules, invoicing processes, and regulatory documentation and legal requirements
• The ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment and provide structured support
• Professional CPC would be advantageous, will be offered as training if not

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