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Distribution Coordinator
April 8, 2021 | Comments Off on Distribution Coordinator
We are currently seeking a Distribution Coordinator to coordinate Asphalt and Aggregates deliveries in a busy market. This is a fixed term contract for 9 months, covering maternity leave.
You will be based at Cloud Hill, Derby.
The key accountabilities of the role are:
- Telephone and email contact to and from customers
- Timely response to customers' enquiries, queries and complaints in an efficient and professional manner
- Proactive planning and tracking orders to completion
- Cost effective dispatch planning of all customer orders through active liaison with commercial, operations and transport teams
- Scheduling and rescheduling orders whilst utilising haulage fleet effectively
- Compiling and maintaining accurate records as required
- Communicating effectively with commercial and production teams and also haulage partners
- Specific support to the pre-planning of major contracts or schemes in terms of production and transport capacity planning
- Identifying and contributing to managing your own personal development in collaboration with your line manager
The key skills required for this role are:
- Excellent IT Knowledge
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and work to a high level of accuracy
- Good geographical knowledge of the region and road networks
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- A good eye for detail with excellent written and communication skills
- Ability to work with a small team
- Be calm and adaptable in a fast-changing environment
- Be able to work on own initiative, but also to take direction when required
We are looking for a professional, experienced Distribution Coordinator who can demonstrate knowledge of road haulage. You will be an excellent communicator and be a proactive self-starter who can build effective relationships both with colleagues and customers.
Previous experience working in Asphalt and Aggregate markets is desirable though not essential as training will be given. A good familiarity of the local geography is desirable.
About usBreedon is a leading construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland. We produce cement, aggregates, asphalt, ready-mixed concrete, Welsh slate and specialist concrete and clay products, and offer a range of contracting services.
The Group places the highest importance on sustained standards of excellence in all aspects of Health Safety and Environmental management and you will be expected to contribute to the Company's zero harm culture.
A competitive remuneration package will be offered including pension and life assurance.
Contract type Fixed Term Contract Salary Competitive Closing date for applications 15th April, 2021By applying for this role, your details will be sent to Ortolan People, who are acting as consultants for the hiring company. Ortolan People are engaged to provide recruitment support in processing applications. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants within three working days. Occasionally for roles with a very high volume of applicants, this may not be possible.