Transport Co-ordinator Enfield, England
Job description
We have a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual to join our team in Enfield as a Transport Coordinator. The role will offer a great pathway into logistics with hands-on training and a great team. It’s an exciting time to join. Having recently been acquired by Marks & Spencer, Gist is set to benefit from improvements to its supply chain efficiency, with network investment and a new journey to success taking shape.
Whats the opportunity?
As a Transport Coordinator you will execute the plan, organise and manage the work of Drivers and their routes. This will ensure, the work will be completed in accordance with organisational requirements and reach the customer on time and in perfect condition. This role will involve fully debriefing Drivers to ensure the highest level of customer care. A key element of the role is monitoring all routes and escalating any issues appropriately
Salary: £29,000 + £2,000 London Weighting Allowance + £3,000 Unsociable hours
Hours: 40.25
Working Pattern: 4 on 4 off - 12hr shifts
06:00 - 18:00
Location: 158 Brancroft Way, Enfield EN3 7PL
What you’ll be doing
- Brief and debriefing Drivers
- Operational execution
- Communicating with colleagues – being first point of contact for all drivers and ensuring all queries are fed back to
- Immediate problem resolution whilst on shift
- Accountable for Legal o-license compliance and for Operational excellence ie cost and service including Peak planning/delivery
- Providing the highest level of customer care and finding resolutions/ escalation of live issues
- Building good working relationships internally and externally
- The monitoring of all routes ensuring all routes are running on time and escalating to the Team Manager on shift where appropriate
- Kronos exceptions & Schedules
- Effective time management to ensure the job is completed within the set time frame provided
- Monitoring Drivers hours to ensure we are compliant at all times.
- Any other duties advised by your manager.
- Conduct yourself in way that is aligned to the Gist vision and values
- Conduct Daily administration tasks in relation to payroll systems, payroll queries holidays etc
Who you’ll be
- Have experience of administration in a busy transport environment
- PC literate with word and excel experience
- Numerate
- Good verbal and written communication
- Great attention to detail
- Hold strong interpersonal skills
What You'll Enjoy
- All Gist employees are eligible for 20% discount across Marks and Spencer (T&Cs apply)
- Pension – Auto enrolment scheme
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Well-being portal
- Discounts to major restaurants and retailers
At Gist we pride ourselves on providing the best journey for all kinds of destinations and your recruitment journey is no exception. Below is what you can expect from the recruitment journey
- Upon success at application stage:
- An initial call with one of our Talent team to discuss the role & you
- A competency based interview
- A final stage tour of the office and meet and greet with the team
Typically you’ll receive feedback on your interview within 48 hours.
About Us
Gist is a supply chain specialist providing retail distribution, primary and global freight logistics services across the UK and Ireland. At Gist, we pride ourselves in delivering innovative solutions and transforming supply chains, with a proven track record spanning more than 50 years.
We are united by our core values; with safety and people at the heart of everything do, we are progressive, accountable, collaborative and ethical.
Gist Limited is a subsidiary of Marks and Spencer Group plc.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £31,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Enfield, EN3 7QP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Transport Coordinator: 2 years (required)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: TCO13.3
