Job Description
Transport Co-ordinator
Location: Birmingham, B25 8HE
Salary: £40-45,000 per annum, DOE
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Join Walkers Chocolates!
Walkers Chocolates is a well-established and growing confectionery manufacturer with a reputation for quality, innovation and exceptional customer service. Operating from our Birmingham headquarters, we supply products across retail, wholesale and private label markets, delivering excellence through every stage of our operation.
Due to continued growth, we are looking for an organised and proactive Transport Co-ordinator to join our Logistics team and play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of goods across the business.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with transport or logistics experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys coordinating operations, managing drivers and improving transport performance.
The Role
As Transport Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for supporting and managing the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, efficiently and in line with operational requirements.
Working closely with Logistics, Supply Chain, Commercial teams and external hauliers, you will coordinate routes, manage fleet performance and help drive continuous improvement across transport activities while maintaining full compliance with transport legislation and health & safety standards.
You will also play an important role in promoting Walkers quality culture, ensuring the highest standards of food safety, legality, quality and product authenticity are maintained throughout transport operations.
Key Responsibilities
Managing drivers, vehicle schedules and delivery routes to ensure efficient daily operations
Supporting transport planning activities to maximise delivery performance and fleet utilisation
Monitoring compliance with transport legislation, company policies and health & safety requirements
Coordinating vehicle maintenance, servicing and roadworthiness checks
Monitoring transport KPIs including on-time delivery, fuel usage and operational costs
Investigating transport incidents, delays, complaints and service issues, implementing corrective actions where required
Working closely with external hauliers, customers and suppliers to ensure smooth delivery operations
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance transport efficiency and customer service levels
Maintaining accurate transport records, documentation and compliance reporting
Assisting with driver management, communication and performance support
What We re Looking For
We re looking for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented and confident coordinating multiple priorities within a busy logistics environment.
Essential:
Experience within transport, logistics or fleet operations
Strong organisational and time management skills
Good understanding of transport legislation and compliance requirements
Ability to coordinate routes and manage fleet operations effectively
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
IT literate, including Microsoft Office and transport management systems
Awareness of budget control and transport cost management
GCSE English and Maths (Level 4 or equivalent)
CPC qualification
Desirable:
Logistics or Supply Chain qualification
3 5 years experience in a similar role
Experience within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
Why Join Walkers Chocolates
At Walkers Chocolates, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment where our people are valued and encouraged to grow.
You ll join a business with a strong reputation, a passionate team culture and exciting plans for continued growth offering you the opportunity to make a real impact within our logistics operation.
If you re looking for your next challenge within transport and logistics, we d love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Walkers Chocolates.