Transport Contract Assistant

Contract Assistant

Location: Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Salary: £27,800 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Holiday: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

An excellent opportunity has become available for a Contract Assistant to join a busy and growing transport and logistics operation. This role is ideal for an organised and detail-oriented individual looking to develop a career within logistics, transport planning, and operations support.

Working closely with the Transport Planning team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day management of transport activities while supporting a portfolio of high-profile customer contracts.

• Support the Transport Planner with daily operational activities.
• Act as the main point of contact for collection depots and transport carriers.
• Coordinate and book collection times with relevant depots.
• Monitor trailer availability and utilisation across multiple locations.
• Proactively monitor operational activity and identify potential issues.
• Provide clear and accurate reporting on operational performance and exceptions.
• Track collections and maintain issue logs, escalating any anomalies as required.
• Ensure procedures and service standards are consistently followed.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous administration experience.
• Experience with data entry and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Good IT skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• A proactive and organised approach to work.

Previous experience within transport, logistics, or supply chain operations would be advantageous but is not essential.

• A strong team player who can communicate effectively with colleagues, customers, and suppliers.
• A methodical and structured approach to problem-solving.
• Reliable, approachable, and professional.
• Eager to learn and develop within a fast‑paced logistics environment.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic team, offering long-term career development within the transport and logistics sector.

All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.