AddressDo you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as Logistics Coordinator.
Be part of the movement – and play your part
About the role
Working Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm the Logistics Coordinator will be working as part of a team planning and subcontracting for our road operation.
You will be responsible for:
- Building strong relationships with subcontractors ensuring we have a network of haulier’ s that can service our customers’ needs.
- Actively source new haulier’ s, negotiate rates and onboarding them as a new supplier.
- Monitoring delivery/collection schedules with hauliers to identify problems.
- Reviewing KPIs and other data looking for improvements in service. Keeping accurate records so that invoices, reports, and statistical information can be produced.
About you
Our ideal candidate is someone who possesses prior experience in logistics, although we are open to individuals new to the field who want to learn and grow. The position offers an inviting platform to individuals who include certain qualities: an outgoing disposition, thriving under teamwork dynamics, the capacity to demonstrate hard work, enthusiasm, and creative thought process which allows them to think outside the box. Importantly, we envision our team to be problem solvers – individuals who can navigate challenges with adept problem-solving skills, converting obstacles into stepping stones.
We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.
Working at DFDS
Join the movement and grow with us.
Be a valued member of a diverse team at DFDS and help drive change together.
While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.
Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:
- Life assurance cover
- Contributory company pension scheme
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Free ferr travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips
- Full employee assistance programme including:
- Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.
- Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
- Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.
- Access to Thrive, our award-winning Wellbeing platform.
- Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.
Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now.
If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.
We look forward to hearing from you.
