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.