Transport Coordinator
MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) Limited was set up in 2002 and is the local Agency for MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) S.A., based in Geneva. MSC is a global organisation with offices in 155 countries. MSC is a leader in global containerised shipping.
At MSC we aim to be smart, hardworking and ensure a pleasant and productive experience for our clients and employees. We are currently recruiting for the above role to join our positive, diverse, and supportive company. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, ambitious and have a proven track record working in a fast-paced environment. The role represents a real opportunity to an individual who thrives in a dynamic, busy environment. As an integral part of a strong intermodal team the successful candidate will work closely with the local Intermodal Transport Manager.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Transport Coordinator (Intermodal) to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating deliveries, liaising with customers and hauliers, booking units according to customer requests, tracking deliveries, controlling payments, and ensuring customs clearance for non-EU shipments.
We believe the successful Transport Coordinator should have the following skills:
- Proven track record in customer service
- Haulage planning and customs clearance experience
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work to tight deadlines
- High level of computer literacy, with good working knowledge of current Microsoft applications
- Good geographical awareness
The key tasks for the Transport Coordinator are as follows:
- Coordinate Deliveries: Manage and oversee the movement of cargo containers by trucks.
- Liaise with Customers and Hauliers: Act as the primary point of contact for customers and hauliers, ensuring clear and effective communication regarding booking requests and delivery schedules.
- Booking Units: Schedule and book units according to customer booking requests, ensuring all details are accurately recorded and communicated.
- Track Deliveries: Monitor the progress of deliveries, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of cargo to customers. Address any issues that arise during the transportation process.
- Control Payments: Manage and control payments related to transportation services, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and processed.
- Customs Clearance: Ensure that all necessary customs clearance is obtained for non-EU shipments, coordinating with relevant authorities and stakeholders.
- Liaise with the import, export, and finance department with respect to customs clearance and haulage matters.
- Ad-hoc duties as may be required by the Intermodal Transport Manager.
What can you expect from MSC?
- Competitive salary
- Full training in the role
- Supportive environment
- Pension - 8% of base salary (after 6 month probationary period)
- Health Insurance (after 6 month probationary period)
- Access to in-house and relevant external training
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- 21 days annual leave initially, rising to a maximum of 25 days
