Transport Administrator

Kettering Source: WhatJobs

£26,400 per annum

Location: Desborough
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Salary: £26,400 per annum + £2,000 night shift allowance
Contract: 12-month fixed term
Working Hours: 4 on 4 off – 18:00–06:00

Ultimate Recruitment is looking for an experienced Transport Administrator to join our client's busy logistics operation based in Desborough .

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous transport or logistics administration experience who is confident working in a fast-paced environment and has excellent attention to detail.

Job Details

4 on 4 off night shift pattern

Working hours:

18:00 – 06:00
12-month fixed-term contract
Based in Desborough

Key Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day administrative support within a busy transport operation.
Ensure all POD and returns processes are completed in line with site procedures.
Book in customer collections and complete all relevant paperwork.
Book in customer deliveries and manage the inbound diary.
Investigate and resolve collection and delivery queries.
Ensure all paperwork is returned for customer deliveries.
Chase outstanding PODs and liaise with hauliers to obtain missing documentation.
Liaise with other depots, customers, hauliers and external contacts.
Compile and maintain accurate lists of outstanding PODs.
Report outstanding PODs on a daily basis.
Maintain accurate transport records and documentation.
Assist with period-end spreadsheets and reporting.
Photocopy, print, organise and maintain paper and electronic records.
Provide accurate data and administrative support to the wider transport team.
Work to deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Support the wider team with additional administration as required.

Requirements

Previous experience in a Transport Administrator, Transport Office or Logistics Administration role is essential.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office , particularly Excel and Outlook.
Ability to manage your own workload and prioritise tasks effectively.
Confident liaising with drivers, hauliers, customers and other depots.
Previous experience dealing with PODs, deliveries, collections or transport documentation would be highly desirable. xwwtmva
A proactive and reliable approach to work.