Transport Operations Coordinator

4 weeks ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Metro Full time
Job Description

Metro is a leading provider of logistics and supply chain management services, leveraging industry-leading technology to deliver high-quality solutions to its clients. As a Transport Operations Coordinator, you will play a critical role in supporting the company's internal departments and working closely with the Intermodal Manager to manage transport booking requirements.

The role will involve a range of responsibilities, including haulage allocation, day-to-day management, and interface with internal and external customers. You will be responsible for ensuring that all haulage requirements are met by approved suppliers, while also adapting to changing requirements and balancing cost and service constraints.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Haulage allocation and day-to-day management
  • Focal point for internal and external customers
  • Complete all requirements and offer alternative options
  • Transport service level and cost constraints
  • Ensure all haulage requirements are met by approved suppliers
  • Adapt to changing requirements and balance cost and service constraints

Haulage Product:

  • Key accounts, sustain and develop key flow requirements
  • Supplier KPI monitoring and management
  • Develop relationships with suppliers and shipping lines
  • Transport system development and assistance

General Skills:

  • UK haulage operation, FCL/LCL, and warehousing operations
  • Intermodal and multiple ports operations
  • Good geographic and container inventory knowledge
  • Excellent planning and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills
  • Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
  • Proactive, team worker with excellent time management and organisation skills
  • Enthusiastic, flexible, and self-motivated

Why Choose Metro?

  • Competitive salary and bonus
  • Access to benefits, discounts, and wellness platform
  • Health cash plan
  • Octopus Electric Vehicle car scheme
  • Free parking
  • Respectful working environment
  • Opportunities for training and development


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