Logistics Coordinator (Warehouse & FLT)
£34,000 per annum | Various Shift Patterns Available | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
Our client, a well-established logistics provider, is looking to recruit a Logistics Coordinator to support a dedicated on-site warehouse operation serving a long-standing customer.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse professional who enjoys a hands‑on role, combining team supervision, operational coordination and FLT operation. The position offers a good balance of leadership and warehouse activity, with approximately 60% supervising and organising operations and 40% Counterbalance FLT driving.
The Role
As Logistics Coordinator, you will be responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day activities of a small warehouse team, ensuring the safe, efficient and accurate receipt, storage and despatch of materials within a racked warehouse environment.
You will play a key role in maintaining operational standards, stock accuracy, customer service levels and health and safety compliance, while building strong relationships with both site‑based customers and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervising and coordinating a small warehouse team to achieve operational targets.
- Ensuring the safe receipt, storage, handling and despatch of materials.
- Maintaining a strong “Safety First” culture across the operation.
- Supporting hazard identification, reporting and corrective actions.
- Planning and coordinating daily warehouse activities to meet customer requirements.
- Managing stock control and inventory accuracy through the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
- Investigating and resolving service, stock and operational issues.
- Monitoring performance against agreed KPIs and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Working collaboratively with wider operational teams to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
- Supporting process improvements and implementing best practices across the warehouse operation.
- Operating Counterbalance FLT equipment as required to support warehouse activities.
What We’re Looking For
The successful candidate will have previous warehouse, logistics or distribution experience and be confident leading a small team in a fast‑paced environment.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Valid Counterbalance FLT licence and practical operating experience.
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations and stock management processes.
- Good systems literacy and experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Excellent organisational, communication and problem‑solving abilities.
- Good numeracy and literacy skills.
- Ability to make quick, effective decisions in a busy operational environment.
- Strong customer service focus and commitment to delivering high standards.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues, customers and suppliers.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Reach Truck FLT licence.
- Previous supervisory or team leader experience within a warehouse or logistics environment.
- Experience within transport, logistics or supply chain operations.
What’s on Offer
- Salary of circa £34,000 per annum.
- Various shift patterns available across any 5 days from 7.
- Flexibility around shift lengths and rota arrangements.
- Opportunity to work within a stable, customer‑focused operation.
- Temp‑to‑perm opportunity with long‑term career prospects.
- A varied role combining leadership, coordination and hands‑on warehouse responsibilities.
If you’re an experienced warehouse professional with supervisory experience, strong systems knowledge and a valid Counterbalance FLT licence, we’d love to hear from you.
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