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:
 

• 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.