Logistics Coordinator

We are recruiting for a Logistics Co-ordinator for one of our clients based in Swinton (M27) This will be working Monday - Friday between the hours of (04:30/05:00 to 13:00/13:30) Key Accountabilities: Skills & Competences: * To communicate and escalate any delivery issues. * To communicate with drivers. * To communicate with stores where applicable/required. * To communicate with the warehouse to ensure on time in full loading of vehicles. * Assist with the allocation of work for all drivers and ensure all paperwork is correct. * Be a point of contact to assist the Driver Manager with First notification documents for any incidents. * Assist with agency drivers, more specifically licence checks, sign off’s and day 1 support * Assist with TMS systems. (Microlise/TruTac/TruCheck) * Carry out any other reasonable tasks that are required by your line manager. * Key Responsibilities of the role * Coordination and Dispatch: Collaborating with the First Line Manager (FLM) to coordinate the movement of goods, ensuring timely pickups and deliveries. * Utilizing Transportation Management Systems (TMS): Using TMS to track transportation routes and communicate effectively with drivers and delivery personnel. * Compliance: Providing adequate support to the compliance team to ensure the safe and legal transportation of goods. * Customer Service: Providing exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries, resolving transportation-related issues, and maintaining positive relationships with drivers, colleagues, and clients. * Problem Solving: Responding to unforeseen transportation challenges and implementing effective solutions to minimize disruptions and maintain high service levels at the lowest cost to Bunzl. * Environmental Sustainability: Collaborating with the Transport Planner to implement eco-friendly practices that align with the company's commitment to environmental sustainability. * Flexibility: Being open to carrying out additional tasks or responsibilities as required by the company, including holiday cover for the AM and PM Transport operator roles as detailed above. * Experience: Previous experience in a Transport function or department is preferred * Customer Service: Experience in a customer-facing role with a strong focus on customer service is preferred. * TMS Knowledge: Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS). * Transport Operations Knowledge: A good understanding of Transport Operations, including routing, logistics, and scheduling. * Transport Regulations: Knowledge of Transport Regulations to ensure compliance with legal requirements. Skills & Competences: * Experience: Previous experience in a Transport function or department is preferred * Customer Service: Experience in a customer-facing role with a strong focus on customer service is preferred. * TMS Knowledge: Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS). * Transport Operations Knowledge: A good understanding of Transport Operations, including routing, logistics, and scheduling. * Transport Regulations: Knowledge of Transport Regulations to ensure compliance with legal requirements