Transport Controller

We are excited to recruiting a Transport Controller to join a well-established company who are responsible for the activities associated with the transportation of products between our network and customers hereby supporting Customer Service and the client's helpdesk. This is a brand-new role so an exciting time to join. The role is on a hybrid basis.
The role has the potential to grow and support the wider Group transport requirements on an international level.
The main duties of the role include:
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• Transport planning and liaising with transport firms
• �Procurement and commercial negotiation
• �Monitoring carriers' performance and evaluating their efficiency by reporting and maintaining key performance indicators such as on-time delivery
• �Follow transport purchase process for cost and budget control
• �Manage transport related documents, initiate and follow customs procedures
• �To identify transport opportunities and persuade prospects that Logtek products and services best meet their requirements
• �To develop and nurture long term relationships with existing and prospective haulage firms, and interpret their requirements
• �To understand commercial models and requirements to ensure new business fits within these criteria

The ideal candidate will have the following skill:
" Prior experience as a transport coordinator/management or a similar role

• A conscientious and highly motivated self-starter with 'can do' attitude and the ability to prioritise.
• �Proactive, efficient, organised with the ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure.
• �Ability to problem-solve.
• �Team player - ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• �Experience working in the Retail, Logistics or Manufacturing industry would be advantageous. Experience in a similar rental and pooling industry.
• �A full clean driving licence.

In return the company will provide full product training and support, a full range of benefits, hybrid working and a competitive remuneration package.