Job Description
Job Title: Logistics Coordinator
Location: Grange Park, Northampton, NN4 5EZSalary: £28,000 - £30,000 (depending on experience)
Cargoes Ltd, established in 2003, specialises in vehicle movement services for a range of clients including leasing companies, major daily rentals, dealer groups, and manufacturers.
Their fleet of drivers carries out services such as:
* Vehicle movements via trade plates
* Inspect and collect services for the leasing sector
* Handover of new retail vehicles for dealers and leasing companies
About the Role:Cargoes Ltd is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Vehicle Movement Allocator to join their allocations team based in Grange Park, Northampton.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a fast-paced, high-volume role in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.
Requirements:
* Previous experience in the driven vehicle delivery industry
* Strong driver management skills and a deep understanding of a driver’s role and challenges on the road
* Ability to build strong relationships and act as the first point of contact for the driving team
* Confident communication skills to identify and report operational issues before they escalate
* Calm, positive, and capable of working under pressure and to tight deadlines
* A people management mindset with a focus on customer satisfaction, delivery performance, and operational efficiency
Key Responsibilities:
* Taking orders over the phone and via email
* Planning routes for up to 30 drivers across the country using public transport
* Liaising with customers to ensure vehicles are ready for collection
* Inputting data into internal systems
* Daily communication and coordination with drivers
* Problem solving and thinking outside the box to manage logistical challenges
* Updating internal and external systems with PODs (Proof of Delivery) and POCs (Proof of Collection)
This is a critical role in a customer-centric business, where KPIs focus on efficiency and delivery success. The right candidate will play a key role in improving performance and contributing to company growth and profitability.