Transport Administrator - Start ASAP

Mid Kent

£20k



We are currently recruiting for a fantastic client based in the Mid Kent area, who are seeking a Transport Administrator / Trainee Planner to join their busy team initially on a temporary basis.

Duties include:

* Working within the transport office to assist with the co-ordination of a team that delivers throughout the UK
* Working alongside the Transport Planning Supervisor and covering in their absence (full training provided)
* Completing delivery manifests for communication with both customers and internal staff.
* Assisting with ensuring the drivers are on the road as quickly and efficiently as possible and issues are resolved promptly
* Communicating with customers and drivers to resolve issues with deliveries/delivery timescales to ensure customer satisfaction is met
* Updating customer portals
* Undertaking any other ad hoc project or task within the company as required



Experience required:

* Experience working within a similar role, ideally working with drivers would be preferred
* Be able to proactively sort orders for cost effective delivery methods.
* Key customer service skills
* Be proactive and display initiative
* Possess effective communication skills
* Demonstrate a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, and Outlook
* Have achieved a minimum of Grade C in GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing successful business with a view to a long-term career. You will be offered a friendly and fun working environment, as well as full training and stability.

This role is being handled by Ben Fuller, Temporaries Business Support Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment