Network Coordinator

HIVED Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable logistics startup in Greater London is seeking a Network Operations Associate to support middle-mile transportation operations. This role involves routing, tracking, and ensuring the seamless flow of parcels. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a proactive learning attitude. You will enjoy a dynamic working setup that offers extensive growth opportunities and several perks, including paid holidays and performance reviews.

Benefits

Dynamic working environment

Paid holidays and public holidays

Private medical insurance

Team lunches

Community volunteer days

Qualifications

• Strong willingness to learn and a proactive attitude toward personal development.
• Excellent written and spoken English for clear communication.
• Minimum 1 year experience in logistics, transport, or warehousing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily middle-mile transportation tasks accurately and on time.
• Ensure all parcels are documented and handled correctly.
• Be the first point of contact for drivers on the road.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Team player

Excellent communication in English

Proficiency in Google Sheets/Excel

Job description

About HIVED

At HIVED, we’re steamrolling forward as one of Europe’s fastest growing startups, and our momentum shows no signs of slowing.

Based in London, we are a climate and logistics start-up building the first sustainable parcel delivery network at scale, powered by a 100% electric fleet. In an ever-growing industry where unreliable service has long been the norm, HIVED has been built from the ground-up to meet the demands of modern consumers and disrupt parcel delivery. A tech company at heart, our talent and technology is laser-focused on delivering the best possible delivery experience for end-customers and meeting the needs of our retail partners. From our drivers to our data engineers, we are constantly working to improve this customer experience that makes us deliver better. Already trusted by leading international brands such as John Lewis, Nespresso, Uniqlo, H&M brands and more, we are solidifying our position as the leaders in Europe to tackle this growing market.

Our tight-knit team is made up of ex-Revolut, Bain, HelloFresh, ASOS, Apple and Google employees, and we are backed by some of Europe’s leading investors and VCs in climate-tech, logistics and mobility including Planet A Ventures, Maersk Growth, Pale Blue Dot VC, Eka Ventures, NordicNinja VC and the British government. We’re passionate about driving innovation and redefining the future of delivery.

Role Overview

As a Network Operations Associate, you will be at the heart of our middle-mile transportation operations, executing the day-to-day movement of parcels with precision and efficiency. You will handle routing, tracking, carrier coordination, and exception management in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, ensuring seamless parcel flow across the network. You thrive on accuracy and adaptability, maintaining high standards of data integrity and compliance while contributing positively to team performance. This is a foundational operational role focused on reliable execution, building essential skills in logistics, and supporting the team's delivery of on-time, cost-effective service.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily middle-mile transportation tasks (routing, tracking, carrier coordination, exception handling) accurately and on time
• Ensure all parcels are collected, documented, and handed over correctly at each stage of the middle-mile journey
• Escalate operational issues promptly and provide clear, factual updates to Supervisors
• Be first point of call for on the road issues for our collection drivers, and proactively work with them to resolve issues
• Work with our partners at third party warehouses or operators to ensure clear bidirectional information flows
• Maintain accurate system updates and ensure data integrity for every movement
• Support peak periods by flexibly working extended hours or different shifts when required
• Adhere strictly to safety, compliance, and carrier performance standards

Requirements

• Strong willingness to learn and a proactive attitude toward personal development
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• Excellent written and spoken English for clear communication with carriers, sites, and internal teams
• Good attention to detail and a disciplined approach to following processes, ability to identify risks and escalate as needed
• Reliable team player who contributes positively to shift morale
• Basic proficiency in Google Sheets/Excel and operational systems
• Minimum 1 year experience in logistics, transport, or warehousing (preferred but not essential)

How we reward our team

• Dynamic working environment with a diverse and driven team
• Huge opportunity for learning in a high growth environment, with progression opportunities based on success in the role
• On 4-on 3-off shift pattern, you are entitled to the equivalent of 20 days paid holiday plus public holidays
• 1 Birthday Day Off + 2 Tenure-Based Additional Days Off
• Subsidised Private Medical Insurance including dental, vision & mental health therapy
• Bi-annual performance reviews and tailored development plans
• Annual compensation review
• Team lunch provided once a week
• Quarterly team socials and annual sports day (HIVED Olympics)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption policy as day 1 right
• Community volunteer days
• Cycle to work scheme
• Dog friendly office and depots
• MacBook Air or Windows Laptop (depending on your preference)

Want to learn more?

• Meet the team in 60 seconds: Behind the scenes with HIVED
• HIVED is B Corporation certified
• We are named as UK StartUp of the Year 2024
• Read how HIVED raised $42M to transform parcel delivery with AI and all-electric logistics network
• Check the Impact Report 2024
• Keep up with HIVED here