Transport Coordinator - Planning & Compliance

Transport Coordinator – Planning, Compliance & Customer Service
Northampton | Full-Time | Mon–Fri, Day Shifts
 
Recruiting on behalf of our client – a fast-paced logistics business
 
Are you a natural organiser who thrives in the buzz of transport operations? Do you enjoy building efficient plans, working with drivers, and making sure everything runs like clockwork? If so, we’re recruiting a Transport Coordinator for our client based in Northampton – and this could be the perfect fit.
 
At Anne Corder Recruitment, we’re proud to be supporting a logistics client who is known for doing things the right way – with a focus on teamwork, quality service, and operational excellence.
 
What you’ll be doing:

• Creating and managing daily transport plans across general haulage and pallet networks
• Coordinating drivers, shunters, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations
• Monitoring and ensuring driver compliance – from licences to daily checks
• Looking for smart backloads and improving route efficiency
• Communicating clearly with customers and internal teams to meet service expectations
• Supporting continuous improvement and implementing a new Transport Management System
• Acting as a point of contact when the Transport Supervisor is unavailable

What you’ll bring:

• Previous experience in transport planning or coordination (ideally within a fast-paced logistics setting)
• A confident, calm communicator who can work with drivers and customers alike
• Knowledge of transport compliance, vehicle maintenance schedules, and safety standards
• Good IT skills – particularly in TMS and MS Office
• A proactive, “can-do” mindset with a genuine passion for making things run smoothly

What’s in it for you?

• The chance to be part of a tight-knit, supportive team with real opportunity to grow
• Development opportunities into a Transport Supervisor role
• The satisfaction of running an efficient, customer-focused transport operation

Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd, your personal data may be added to our database as part of the application process. Our privacy policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.  Your details will be reviewed by one of our Recruitment Partners and we will contact you again within 5 working days if your application is to be progressed further.    
 
Please note that we are not able to provide support with visa sponsorships and all applicants must be based in the UK and hold the valid right to work in the UK

ACRINDEED