Why join us?
Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.
Job title: TRANSPORT COORDINATOR
Location: Portal Mill, Melksham
This role is on a rotating shift, 06:00 - 14:00 or 14:15 - 22:30 Mon-Thu. Then 06:00-1400 or 11:30- 17:00 Fri
Job summary
The role will include but is not limited to, effectively plan deliveries to our customer network to meet customer expectations and coordinate the loading activities on a daily basis.
Specific responsibilities
- Plan all UK deliveries minimising costs whilst meeting the expectations of our customers both internal and external.
- Be the first point of contact for our drivers when difficulties are met on deliveries and work to find the best resolution whilst following established processes.
- Monitor daily reports to quickly react to any changes to plans already made in advance.
- Complete driver debriefs on return to depot recording and highlighting any feedback from our drivers.
- Scan and upload proof of deliveries daily to ensure ease of access for all when required to delivery paperwork.
- Coordinate the arrival of contractors to meet the booked loading times and reschedule loading as required.
- Ensure all available order lines are allocated to the correct vehicles at all times on day of loading to avoid failures.
- Produce delivery paperwork for all drivers following the correct process including assisting with EU road shipments and International Air and Sea as required.
- Cross Train in other areas in the department to assist as and where required.
- Ensure data accuracy in Route Plan so that all resulting documentation and logistics platforms give accurate information.
Job holder requirements
- Previous transport experience preferred but not essential
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Attention to detail.
- Good organisational skills and able to prioritise workload.
- Calm under pressure.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Good geographical knowledge.
- Keen to learn new tasks and learns quickly.
- Responds positively to change and is adaptable to new challenges.
Company requirements
Health & Safety; ensure that safe working practices are followed. Attend safety briefings, as requested. Take responsibility for your own and your co-workers safety in accordance with The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, and The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulation 1999 Compliance; ensure compliance with business systems, processes, certification schemes, regulations and legislation relevant to the scope of your role. Support internal quality controls and audits to demonstrate compliance.
Company values
Leadership – leading by example
Purpose – energy and drive
Beliefs – integrity and trust
Design – problem solving
Connections – relationships
Growth – continuous improvement
Performance – achieve standards
Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.
MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [email protected].
