Job description

Job Title: Transport Coordinator

Location: Ware
Salary: £35,000k

Overview: As a Transport Coordinator at with our client, you will play a crucial role in managing and optimising the logistics and scheduling of deliveries and collections. This position requires excellent collaboration, organisation, and communication skills to ensure high-quality and timely logistics support worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate transport routes and daily schedules across Europe, ensuring cost-efficiency and profitability.
• Schedule and allocate resources for collections and deliveries, optimizing fleet and driver utilization.
• Organize customer collections, packing services, and deliveries effectively.
• Work with various departments to plan routes and schedule delivery times, coordinating drivers and vehicles.
• Collaborate with customs for clearance and manage customs entry exceptions.
• Manage and build client relationships, addressing any issues or complaints.
• Assess client needs daily, liaising with overseas agents, collectors, galleries, auction houses, and transport companies.
• Guide clients through the shipping process for their art and artifacts.
• Quote and coordinate domestic and international road freight.
• Prepare and process transportation documentation.
• Manage export/import processes for road freight shipments.
• Ensure drivers comply with regulations and maintain proper records.
• Maintain high levels of customer service and manage client expectations.
• Collaborate with operational departments including Projects, Shipping, Customs, and Warehouse teams.

Requirements:

• Experience in transport planning, logistics, distribution, or traffic control.
• Knowledge of domestic and European transport operations and planning is advantageous.
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK and Europe.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to plan and prioritize workloads methodically.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to improve processes.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

To Apply: Submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications for the Transport Coordinator role.