Transport Administrator

Transport Administrator Furniture Manufacturer , Dispatch

Salary: £ 13.00 to £13.50 per hour

Full Time; Permanent

Leeds LS10, West Yorkshire

Profile

Our client is recruiting for an experienced transport administrator or coordinator to join a well-established company and market leader in the manufacture of furniture for the Hospitality Industry. They manufacturer and fit out Hotels with bespoke furniture for clients such as Hilton, Sheraton, Holiday Inn & Crowne Plaza.

Job Purpose

The Transport Administrator plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and effective operation of logistics within the dispatch team. This involves coordinating and managing transportation schedules to ensure timely delivery and collection of furniture products while maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities -

• Schedule & book deliveries and pickups to meet production and delivery deadlines.
• Plan and coordinate transport routes to optimize efficiency.
• Manage transportation budgets and negotiate rates with freight providers.
• Complete delivery note & pallet label documentation.
• Liaise with accounts team to sign of invoices.
• Communicate with suppliers, colleagues and team members when required, advising them of any outstanding requirements or providing updates
• Fulfil transport requests from colleagues within the business.
• Flexibility to support the wider dispatch team when workloads require.
• Provide holiday cover for Dispatch Supervisor.
• Serve as the liaison between project management, site teams and transport providers.
• Address and resolve any issues or delays that arise in transit processes.
• Maintain detailed records of shipping documentation, including orders and invoices to enable reporting when required.

They are looking for someone who has:

• Experience of working in an administration role
• Someone who can work in a fast-paced environment and keep calm under pressure
• Good IT skills and the ability to pick up new IT systems
• A confident individual who can flag any potential issues to colleagues and customers
• Transport booking and coordination experience
• Good organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.