Transport administrator

Transport Administrator - leading distribution business - Monday to Friday role Client Details Michael Page Logistics have partnered with a leading distribution business providing niche products and materials along with first class delivery services with depots across the UK in their search for a Transport Administrator. The role is a newly created role, part of their expansion plans to support the busy transport team. The hours for this role are Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm. Description The Transport Administrator will be responsible for the following Processing paperwork e.g. booking in deliveries, booking on courier orders, printing delivery notes for drivers. Speaking to both sites (customers) and drivers to ensure the vehicles are offloaded in a timely manner Chasing drivers for ETA #39;s and making customers and sales aware Liaising with all departments and depots to keep them informed of issues Escalate any delivery issues to planning team or management. Assisting with the routing of trucks when required Liaising with the sales teams in all four depots to ensure deliveries can be made. Keeping sales updated on any site/delivery issues. Update saved delivery addresses with any new relevant site info. Develop strong working relationships and maintain regular contact with drivers. Help maintain the EPOD system and chase drivers and sites for delivery accuracy. Performs any other duties as directed.Profile The successful Transport Admnistrator must have the following skills and experience; Previous experience working in a transport/distribution department as an admin or clerk Knowledge of transport compliance required Excellent communication skills Confident user of IT such as MS word and excelJob Offer The successful Transport Administrator will get the following benefits Competitive salary Holidays Lifestyle and leisure discounts Pension be part of an amazing transport team