Transport and Warehouse Coordinator
Selby, North Yorkshire
Our client, a comprehensive freight forwarding and cargo handling service, offering International logistics solutions from time sensitive Air Freight and Worldwide Sea Freight to European Express transport and warehousing, are looking to recruit a Transport and Warehouse Coordinator, to be based at offices in Selby, North Yorkshire.
The Company
Established for around 80 yrs with the specific aim of providing a comprehensive cargo handling and freight forwarding service. The company offices and warehouse facility are strategically located to facilitate a range of services for cargo arriving by both road and sea. With a 40,000 Square feet warehouse and a team of experienced warehouse staff, the company has developed a flexible approach to handling bulk, powder, liquid and conventional palletised and loose cargo and offered a storage, stock control and nationwide distribution service.
On Offer:
An exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation with turnover of £133 Million y/e 2024 and with exciting plans for future growth
Offering up to £28,000 dependant on skills and experience
Working hours - Monday to Friday: (Apply online only)hrs
Positive and supportive team environment working in a modern office
Pension Scheme
Main Purpose of the Role:
Reporting to the Director, the Transport & Warehouse Co-ordinator will assist in the coordination of UK transport, raising appropriate documentation, booking collections and deliveries and negotiating with suppliers. When required, assist in the warehouse.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Transport & Warehouse Co-ordinator:
Working as part of a team the successful candidate will coordinate the UK Distribution and warehousing activities
Managing the booking in of stock on behalf of UK and European client base, and coordinating the stock control and storage services.
Arranging the UK distribution with a wide variety of valued suppliers from small samples, single pallets up to full loads.
Communicating professionally at all times with client base and ensuring excellent customer service.
Liaising verbally with clients and suppliers
Booking in stock and coordinating storage services.
Coordinating ancillary services including bagging, picking, packing and labelling.
Arranging collections and deliveries of UK transport
Raising appropriate paperwork and administration
Generating & Calculating Freight quotations
Helping in the warehouse where required.
To Be Considered:
Transport planning & warehousing experience.
Good communication skills.
Good organisational skills.
Strong administration skills
Able to work under pressure in a busy environment.
Team player, willing to help others.
Strong work ethic
Good numerical skills.
Good IT skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook)
For more details, please contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry