Transport Coordinator
Location: Office-based (with flexible WFH after training)
Salary: Circa £37,500 + bonus
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Transport Coordinator to join a well-established business, supporting their Logistics team and working closely with the Commercial function. This is a fast-paced and varied role with a strong focus on transport operations, customs compliance, and stakeholder coordination.
About the Role
As a Transport Coordinator, you will oversee the day-to-day logistics and transport activities, ensuring the smooth movement of goods both domestically and internationally. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate documentation, monitoring service providers, and ensuring all deliveries meet compliance and timing requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage daily logistics schedules (inbound and outbound shipments)
* Ensure timely and compliant delivery of goods in line with ADR/IMDG and AEO requirements
* Coordinate closely with commercial, procurement, and production teams
* Maintain accurate transport and customs documentation
* Monitor performance of third-party logistics providers
* Communicate transport updates and freight rates to internal teams
* Support customs compliance and administration processes
* Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and service providers
Skills & Experience
* Previous experience within logistics, transport, or supply chain
* Strong knowledge of import/export procedures and customs processes
* Experience using customs systems such as CNS, Descartes/Densti8, CDS
* Understanding of AEO procedures highly advantageous
* HAZ/ADR knowledge desirable
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and ideally CRM/ERP systems
What’s on Offer
* Salary circa £37,500
* Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm (37.5 hours per week)
* Office-based role with potential for 1–2 days WFH after training
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* 10% discretionary bonus (paid in January, pro rata)
* Aviva Private Healthcare
* Aegon Pension Scheme
Ideal Candidate
You will thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment, with a proactive mindset and strong attention to detail. You will be confident managing multiple priorities, solving problems, and communicating effectively with both internal teams and external partners.
Apply Now
If you have a strong background in logistics and customs-focused transport coordination, we would love to hear from you