Logistics Coordinator

Our client is a leading provider of specialist access equipment solutions, delivering high-quality vehicle and lighting solutions to industries such as construction, infrastructure, and utilities. They are looking for a highly organized and proactive Logistics Coordinator to oversee and optimize our supply chain operations. This role involves coordinating transportation, managing inventory levels, and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and materials. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. As part of our team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth coordination of equipment deliveries and fleet management.

Logistics Coordinator Job Overview

• Organize and schedule vehicle movements to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
• Work closely with customers, service providers, and drivers to coordinate vehicle logistics.
• Monitor and track vehicle movements, quickly addressing any delays or issues that arise.
• Optimize transportation routes to lower costs and improve delivery efficiency.
• Collaborate with storage facilities to ensure accurate receipt, storage, and dispatch of vehicles.
• Keep precise records of vehicle inventory and shipments, ensuring accuracy in the management system.
• Communicate with transport service providers and vendors to guarantee timely vehicle supply and movement.
• Negotiate favourable rates and terms with logistics providers and transport companies to reduce costs.
• Resolve any issues or discrepancies with service providers concerning orders, deliveries, or vehicle quality.
• Ensure all logistics activities comply with vehicle operation regulations.
• Prepare and maintain necessary transportation documentation, including inspection reports and delivery notes.
• Work with sales, fleet management, and service teams to align logistics operations with business needs.
• Provide regular updates on vehicle movements and delivery schedules to internal stakeholders.
• Address customer inquiries about vehicle movement status, delays, or other logistics-related concerns.
• Identify and address issues related to vehicle movement, delivery, or inventory discrepancies.
• Take corrective actions to prevent future disruptions in logistics operations.

Logistics Coordinator Job Requirements

• More than 2 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management, focusing on vehicle logistics.
• Demonstrated strong organizational abilities and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in using logistics software and managing inventory systems.
• Well-versed in UK vehicle transport regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Capable of juggling multiple tasks and prioritizing effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical capabilities.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Knowledgeable in cost management and driving efficiency improvements.
• Primarily based in an office setting, with occasional trips to storage facilities, distribution centres, or vehicle transport sites.
• Flexibility to work outside regular hours may be required to manage vehicle movements based on business demands.

Logistics Coordinator Salary & Benefits

• �28,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Monday-Friday 8:00-17:00
• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
• A day off for your Birthday
• Length of Service Award
• Bereavement leave
• Enhanced company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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