Transport Coordinator

Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller S.e.c.s.; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Skelmersdale is seeking a Transport Coordinator to coordinate transport operations. Responsibilities include leading driver briefings, managing safety procedures, and overseeing vehicle service compliance. The ideal candidate has logistics experience, works well independently and in a team, and demonstrates a positive attitude. This full-time role offers a competitive salary with benefits like life assurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

2x Life Assurance

Company Pension

23 days annual leave

Enhanced family leave policies

Employee discount scheme

Free onsite car parking

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a transport or logistics role is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.
• Effective at managing deadlines and prioritizing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily driver briefings and debriefings.
• Champion safety culture using STAR cards.
• Manage breakdown and recovery procedures.

Skills

Transport logistics experience

Teamwork

Deadline management

Self-motivated

Professional communication

Strong work ethic

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Transport Coordinator – Skelmersdale Depot. We’re hiring a Transport Coordinator to join our team at the Skelmersdale Depot within the Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution Business.

In this full-time, permanent role, you’ll play a key part in coordinating transport operations that deliver both value and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily driver briefings and debriefings, identifying and implementing performance improvements via PMS.
• Champion Müller’s safety culture by using STAR cards, conducting safety sweeps, and supporting accident/incident investigations.
• Maintain and update the site’s run folder, ensuring all changes are clearly communicated.
• Manage breakdown and recovery procedures for all MMID vehicles.
• Oversee site assets including GKNs, trolleys, and handheld devices.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing improvement initiatives.
• Understand and enforce all work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor service levels, including customer service metrics and reporting of shorts and lates.
• Ensure effective resource allocation, legal compliance, and timely communication of changes.
• Manage the site fuel master key and track fuel usage.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing in collaboration with the garage team.
• Oversee the Daily Tacho Master system to ensure driver compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Conduct trailer checks, including temperature monitoring and regular audits.
• Manage cross-dock operations efficiently.
• Promote and embody MMID values and behaviours.
• Support and manage third-party logistics (3PL) relationships.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Has relevant experience in a similar transport or logistics role (desirable)
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Can manage deadlines and prioritise effectively
• Is self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude
• Demonstrates initiative and ownership in their work
• Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Brings a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence

What’s in it for You?

At Müller, we believe in rewarding our people for the great work they do. As a Transport Coordinator, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, career, and lifestyle:

• A competitive salary, monthly paid
• 2x Life Assurance
• Company Pension – business will match contributions to 4% of qualifying earnings
• 23 days annual leave (to raise with service)
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Access to the Müller Rewards discount scheme offering over 800 discounts online and in-store and the potential to make savings across grocery and clothes shopping, holidays, insurance, gifts and more
• Free onsite secured colleague car parking