DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented Transportation Administrator to join our team, specialising in Logistics for the Transport Office in Daventry, United Kingdom.
This is a 12-month on-site/office contract role, working Monday to Friday 7am - 3pm / 2pm - 10pm with weekly rotation.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
1. Ensure Timely Shipments: Youll process and coordinate domestic/international shipments efficiently, helping maintain smooth logistics operations.
2. Manage Transportation Bookings: Youll arrange transport with external freight forwarders, ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery.
3. Raise Customs Requests: Youll handle customs documentation to support compliant and uninterrupted international shipping.
4. Support Customer Service: Youll communicate with Customer Services to resolve queries and ensure customer satisfaction.
5. Follow Up on Documentation: Youll manage customer follow-up documentation, contributing to transparency and accountability.
6. Promote Team Collaboration: As a team player, youll work closely with colleagues to meet shared goals and improve processes.
7. Apply Excel Expertise: Your understanding of Excel will be critical for tracking shipments, analysing data, and generating reports.
8. Champion HSE Standards: Youll actively engage in Health, Safety & Environmental practices, reporting hazards, and promoting a safe work environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To be successful in this role, you will need the following:
9. Strong Communication Skills: Youll need to communicate clearly across teams and with external partners.
10. Customer-Focused Mindset: Building strong relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions will be key.
11. Decision-Making Ability: Making timely, quality decisions will help keep operations moving efficiently.
12. Accountability & Self-Development: Youll be expected to take ownership of your tasks and seek growth opportunities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
13. A high school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education is preferable.
14. Equivalent work experience or intermediate-level knowledge gained through education, training, or on-the-job experience is required.
15. Proficiency in Microsoft applications, especially Excel, and advanced computer skills are essential.
100% On-Site Yes
Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On-site.