Transport Coordinator

We are looking for a Transport Coordinator on an initial 12-month Fixed Term Contract based in Cork, Ireland.

You will be involved in managing and coordinating the transportation and logistics operations playing a key role in route planning, vehicle scheduling and driver communication and fleet maintenance.

About the role

• Assign approved service provider for transportation based on the approved carrier matrix, mode, service level, and cost efficiency to meet the customer's expectations.
• Proactively work with operations to identify shipments at risk of not meeting secure dates based on mode, service level, miles, equipment type.
• Track vehicles using the GPS software.
• Tender to carriers and confirm scheduled & actual pick-up times.
• Consolidate shipments to ensure efficiency and cost savings.
• Work with providers on shipment recoveries as needed.
• Communicate cost effective transportation options.
• Work closely with the warehouse team on scheduling and prioritization of shipments.
• Report, monitor and analyze carrier performance to ensure compliance with service metrics.
• Meet and exceed the established goals for on time pick up and delivery.

Your Key Skills

• Previous experience in transportation or logistics with ability to handle problem resolution in a timely manner.
• Transport planning, customs and white glove experience will ensure the candidate will gain great experience from this role.
• Confident, good communication skills and telephone manner.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate at all levels.
• PC literate.
• Customer service oriented.
• Ability to work to targets and under pressure.

Compensation

DP World offers a market competitive compensation package.