Contracts Administrator – Transport/Plant Hire Coordinator

at  1st Choice Recruitment

Position: Contracts Administrator - Transport/Plant Hire Co-Ordinator
Hours: Monday to Friday - 9.30 am until 3.00 pm Mon - (27.5 hours per week) (Office based).
Salary: Up to £20,000
Must be based local to central Buckingham
Are you a logistics whiz with a passion for coordinating transportation operations? Look no further! We are seeking a Contracts Administrator to join our Buckinghamshire based client!
Job Summary:
As our Contracts Administrator, you will be responsible for arranging, scheduling, and monitoring material deliveries from Europe to UK sites. Additionally, you will oversee the hiring and monitoring of plant items required by our Contracts Department. Your keen eye for detail will also be crucial in monitoring trade, H&S certification, and booking renewal courses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and co-ordinate material transport with our Contracts team
• Source the best transportation options for material delivery into UK sites
• Plan and co-ordinate transport operations, liaising with material suppliers and transportation companies
• Ensure smooth importation processes with suppliers and transportation companies
• Regularly communicate with our Project Director/Manager to address any potential site issues
• Monitor transport costs and delivery times
• Update and report on delivery and dispatch requirements
• Maintain and update IT systems
• Track shipments and deliveries
• Resolve transportation-related problems and refer to your manager when necessary
• Ensure carrier compliance with company policies and procedures for material transit and delivery
• Demonstrate excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain strong client relations

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in logistics, transportation, or a related field
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Quick critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Customer service and client relations skills
• Familiarity with IT systems and tracking software
• Knowledge of plant hire operations will be an added advantage

Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!
1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency & Business

• Manage and co-ordinate material transport with our Contracts team
• Source the best transportation options for material delivery into UK sites
• Plan and co-ordinate transport operations, liaising with material suppliers and transportation companies
• Ensure smooth importation processes with suppliers and transportation companies
• Regularly communicate with our Project Director/Manager to address any potential site issues
• Monitor transport costs and delivery times
• Update and report on delivery and dispatch requirements
• Maintain and update IT systems
• Track shipments and deliveries
• Resolve transportation-related problems and refer to your manager when necessary
• Ensure carrier compliance with company policies and procedures for material transit and delivery
• Demonstrate excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain strong client relation