Breedon Group plc
Distribution Co-ordinator (FTC)
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Department: Customer Service and Distribution
Location: Treforest Office
Description
Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Distribution Coordinator to provide customers with the highest standards of customer service ensuring that we effectively plan, schedule, and coordinate deliveries meeting customer promises in full and on time. You will be accountable for optimizing transport routes, ensuring timely and cost-effective distribution of goods enabling effective and optimal plan delivery, and providing customers with an excellent experience from the moment they place an order to the delivery of the product and beyond. – This is a fixed-term contract.
Key Responsibilities
- Schedule and track shipments to ensure timely delivery ensuring effective use of transport to deliver dry, coated and concrete to all customers internal and external
- Liaise with quarries to ensure material to suit customer needs are available at the correct times and provide effective communication to customers
- Work collaboratively with Operations, Transport, and Commercial Teams to optimize distribution plans on the day(s) prior to delivery
- Build and maintain a forward view of haulage and production capacity and work with the Transport Manager to enhance capacity, vehicle availability, and service levels daily
- Build haulier and owner driver relationships to maintain or increase availability at current rates
- Liaise with the Transport Manager on all compliance issues, excessive costs for vehicles, and any driver or vehicle issues
- Liaise with workshops internal and external to ensure vehicles are maintained as per our legal obligations
- Ensure all duties undertaken by drivers meet our legal obligations, including managing drivers working hours start times and finish times
- Act as the point of contact for Operations and Transport to communicate production disruptions as a result of plant breakdown, driver absence etc., sharing with the Commercial Team to enable them to proactively manage customer expectations to minimize impact
- Analyse declined orders to understand opportunities to enhance capacity to produce/deliver product
- Analyse lost volumes (cancelled or reduced orders) and share repeat occurrences of customer cancellations/reduced orders with the Commercial Team
- Implement and embed changes to ways of working in line with Customer & Commercial Excellence initiatives.
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Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Previous experience in distribution planning, transport coordination, or logistics operations
- Knowledge of logistics, transport regulations, and planning best practices
- Strong IT skills, especially in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Understanding of routing, vehicle capacities, and cost-efficient load planning.
- GCSEs or equivalent (minimum)
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to last-minute changes
- Customer-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence
- Team player with the ability to work independently when needed
- Analytical thinker with an understanding of cost and service trade-offs.
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Desirable
- Familiarity with transport regulations and health & safety requirements
Job Benefits
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Holiday Buy Scheme
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Volunteer Scheme
- Share Save Scheme
- Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme
- Health & Wellbeing Programme
- Discount Scheme
- Digital GP
- Broad learning opportunities, training, and career progression pathways
Diversity Statement:
At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.
Join Us:
If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group.
Application Process:
Ready to make a meaningful difference? Apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter. We look forward to considering your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.
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