Logistics Operations Co-ordinator

Workforce Staffing Ltd • Permanent • Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • £30,000 - £34,000 / year • 1d ago

Logistics Operations Co-ordinator - Marston Green

The rewards

Competitive salary of £30,000-£34,000, depending on experience
Full training and ongoing development
Career progression opportunities within a growing business
A supportive and collaborative working environment
A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same

Hours

8am-5pm

The role of Logistics Operations Co-ordinator:

Managing transport requests from quotation through to successful delivery, ensuring customers receive an efficient and professional service at all times
Preparing competitive quotations for ad hoc and spot transport requests
Coordinating same day, next day and specialist transport movements
Sourcing the most suitable transport solutions through an established network of subcontractors
Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and suppliers
Managing multiple enquiries simultaneously via telephone, email and other communication channels
Monitoring shipments and providing proactive updates to customers
Completing operational administration and ensuring documentation is accurate and compliant
Assisting with customs documentation where required
Maximising profitability while delivering the best transport solution for each customer

The ideal Logistics Operations Co-ordinator:

Previous experience in transport, logistics or freight operations
Experience quoting and coordinating ad hoc or spot transport movements
Excellent organisational and multitasking skills
Strong customer service and communication skills
Commercial awareness with the ability to make informed decisions
Good IT skills and confidence using transport management systems
Knowledge of UK domestic and European road transport (desirable)
Understanding of cargo requirements and vehicle types (desirable)
Customs administration experience (desirable)
Experience within the same day or time-critical transport sector (desirable)
Automotive logistics experience (desirable)
An additional European language (desirable)
A confident problem solver with a proactive approach
Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple priorities
Organised with excellent attention to detail
Customer focused and relationship driven
Commercially aware and solutions orientated
A team player with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
Someone who takes ownership and uses initiative to get the job done

Our client is a well-established and growing logistics business operating within the time-critical transport sector.

They are looking for an experienced Operations Co-ordinator to join their busy Operations team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in transport or logistics who enjoys working in a fast-moving environment where every day is different.

If you're commercially minded, thrive under pressure and enjoy delivering exceptional customer service, we'd love to hear from you.