Logistics Co-ordinator & Load Builder – Multimodal Solutions
DP World, part of DP World, is seeking a permanent, full‑time Logistics Co‑ordinator & Load Builder to join our team based on‑site in Newport, Wales.
About us
Multimodal Solutions (formerly P&O Ferrymasters) is a leading logistics provider working with some of the world’s largest and best‑known brands. Operating across 20+ locations in 13 countries, we deliver efficient and reliable transport solutions by road, rail, and sea. As part of DP World – one of the largest global logistics companies – we play a key role in enabling international trade in the 21st century and beyond.
Benefits
Competitive Salary: £27,000 – £31,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Holiday allowance, company pension, P&O Ferries travel discounts, Employee Assistance Scheme and wellbeing programme, access to a comprehensive benefits platform (including voluntary health insurances, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and retail discounts), and opportunities for professional and personal training and development.
About the role
As a Logistics Co‑ordinator & Load Builder, you will play an essential role in supporting our key customer, Tata Steel. Working on‑site, you will be responsible for creating and planning UK road loads within their SAP system, ensuring all delivery plans are met, loads are optimised, and urgent requests are handled efficiently. Working hours for this role are 40 hours per week.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Plan loads for all UK road movements, ensuring timely delivery to multiple destinations
* Manage urgent delivery requests and resolve any planning issues promptly
* Provide detailed and accurate load information to customer services
* Maximise payloads through optimal load building and identifying multi‑drop opportunities
* Maintain strong communication with customers and suppliers to ensure smooth operations
* Prepare and manage documentation for efficient customer returns
* Ensure system data is accurate, complete, and updated as required
* Deputise for the Despatch Planning and Road Scheduling Team Leader when necessary
About you
You will be organised, proactive, and confident in managing your own workload. Strong communication skills and excellent customer service are essential. Ideally, you will have previous experience in a logistics role, along with good IT and numeracy skills. Experience with SAP is desirable but not essential – full training will be provided. Knowledge of UK geography and health and safety awareness would also be beneficial.
If you have the relevant skills and experience for the Logistics Co-ordinator & Load Builder position and would like to be considered, please apply by submitting an up‑to‑date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Additional keywords
Logistics Coordinator, Transport Planner, Load Planner, Road Freight Coordinator, Operations Support, Supply Chain Assistant, Logistics Administrator, SAP Operator, Planning Coordinator, Distribution Planner
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