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Transport Dispatch Coordinator

Henderson Brown Manufacturing
Posted 19 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Maidstone, Kent ME17 2BE, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The company is seeking a Transport & Dispatch Coordinator to manage outbound logistics for a high-volume fresh food site serving top UK supermarkets.
  • The role involves overseeing transport and dispatch operations, coordinating with hauliers, and supporting an admin team without direct line management.
  • Candidates should have experience in Fresh Produce, FMCG, or Logistics/3PL, along with a solid background in transport planning or logistics coordination.
  • The position offers a salary range of £35k-£40k, along with 23 days of holiday and 8 flexible bank holidays.
  • This is a full-time role with Monday to Friday hours, requiring occasional weekend support, and offers a key role in a growing operation.

Ready to take control of a fast-moving dispatch operation supplying the UK's top supermarkets?

We're looking for a hands-on Transport & Dispatch Coordinator to lead the daily outbound logistics from a high-volume fresh food site. You'll be the go-to person between senior operations and the dispatch/admin team, keeping everything running like clockwork.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Oversee transport and dispatch from a 7-day operational packhouse

  • Liaise with hauliers (GIST, Fresh Linc) to coordinate timely deliveries

  • Support and develop a busy admin team (without direct line management)

  • Manage rotas, cover, and stock of packed product

  • Ensure compliance, efficiency, and customer service levels are met

  • Be part of daily planning meetings and drive continuous improvements

What You'll Need:
  • Experience in Fresh Produce, FMCG, or Logistics/3PL

  • Solid background in transport planning, logistics coordination or senior dispatch admin

  • Proactive mindset and ability to manage a dynamic, fast-paced environment

  • Great communicator who thrives in cross-functional teams

What's on Offer:
  • £35k-£40k salary

  • 23 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (BHs flexible)

  • Full-time Mon-Fri hours with occasional weekend support

  • Key role in a growing, high-volume operation with real influence

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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