A well-established manufacturing organisation is seeking a Logistics Coordinator / Transport Planner to manage inbound and outbound transport operations at its Telford site.
This is a hands-on role coordinating daily logistics via external hauliers, ensuring efficient delivery, cost control, and high service levels. With a strong focus on process improvement and modernisation, this position offers real scope to add value and drive change. You’ll have a high level of autonomy with no micromanagement, making it ideal for someone who enjoys ownership and continuous improvement within a supply chain / distribution environment.
Duties will include, but won’t be limited to:
- Plan and optimise UK delivery routes (daily and weekly)
- Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics operations
- Allocate work to third-party hauliers / transport providers
- Schedule and manage vehicle loading and despatch
- Align inbound materials with production and supply chain requirements
- Manage delays, issues, and real-time transport re-planning
- Act as key contact for hauliers, drivers, and logistics partners
- Maintain accurate transport plans, schedules, and data (Excel / systems)
- Liaise with internal teams (sales, production, operations)
- Drive process improvements and efficiency gains
Skills and Experience
- Experience as a Logistics Coordinator, Transport Planner, or Distribution Planner
- Strong knowledge of UK transport planning / route optimisation
- Experience managing external hauliers / 3PL providers
- Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills
- Confident, proactive, and able to work independently
- Strong IT skills (particularly Excel / logistics systems)
- Excellent communication skills with internal teams and external partners
- Full driving licence and own transport (site location)
The application process:
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