Transport Clerk
Erith, London
The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers, and communities - through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we're dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world's preferred choice.
We are now looking for a Transport Clerk to join our team at our Erith site on a full-time, permanent basis, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The start times can vary between 06:00 and 10:30 a.m. based on business needs, so there is a need for flexibility.
The Benefits
- Salary of £30,761 per annum
- Pension scheme
- Critical Illness Cover
- My Strength Wellbeing App
- Free online Fitness Platform i.e. Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet, and Nutrition
- Employee benefits i.e. Free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
- Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
- Tailored development and career opportunities
This is an exciting opportunity for a customer-focused individual with transport experience to join our leading and innovative organisation.
You'll play a crucial role in maintaining smooth and efficient transport operations, supporting our mission to deliver exceptional service to customers while enhancing your skills in a fast-paced logistics environment.
What's more, we'll support you to develop your expertise as we understand that people are the most important part of our business. We'll create a career pathway for you to follow where you will be enabled to fulfil your potential and engage in a career to be proud of.
So, if you want to become part of a team that values your expertise and supports your career growth, then apply today!
The Role
As a Transport Clerk, you will provide vital administrative support to ensure efficient and high-quality delivery services are provided at our Erith site.
Ensuring customer needs are met, you will supervise drivers, manage telematics systems and work to minimise driver infringements through education and adherence to working time regulations.
You will also act as the key contact for customer order requests, ensuring any delivery issues are quickly communicated and resolved while maintaining effective relationships.
Additionally, you will:
- Identify opportunities to improve business efficiency and customer service
- Comply with health and safety procedures and report any discrepancies
- Address and escalate concerns promptly to ensure smooth operations
About You
To be considered as a Transport Clerk, you will need:
- Experience of supervising drivers
- A good understanding of Working Time Regulations (WTR)
- A good understanding of Telematics systems within a Transport environment
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills
Other organisations may call this role Transport Administrator, Operations Administrator, Logistics Clerk, Dispatch Administrator, or Transport Admin Clerk.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer that encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on skill set and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment where our employees can strive and grow their potential.
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