Traffic Co-ordinator

Clydach, Swansea | Competitive Pay | Full-time Hours | Monday to Friday | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Traffic Co-ordinator to join a well-established and respected organisation based in Clydach, Swansea.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role within the logistics and shipping department, supporting efficiency, safety and quality across site operations.

The Traffic Co-ordinator will support the safe, compliant and efficient running of the logistics operation. This is a key role within the Traffic Office, responsible for coordinating the movement of materials and ensuring all transport, customs and documentation requirements are met in line with operational needs and regulatory standards.

The successful candidate will have experience within a logistics or supply chain environment, with a proactive approach, strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Key Duties

• Coordinate truck and container bookings in line with production schedules and customer requirements.
• Plan and communicate loading dates, and proactively manage any delays or disruptions.
• Prepare and process shipping and customs documentation.
• Liaise with carriers, shipping lines, customs agents and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Ensure carriers comply with site rules, security requirements and contractual obligations.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders to minimise operational issues and shipment delays.
• Accurately create and update shipment details within SAP.
• Provide on-site support, including processing paperwork and interacting with drivers attending site.

Requirements

• Proven experience working within a logistics, transport or supply chain environment.
• Dangerous goods qualification and knowledge of the shipment of goods by road and sea is desirable (ADR and IMDG).
• Working knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system.
• Understanding of UK import, export and customs procedures.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a dynamic operational environment.
• Proactive, responsive and solutions-focused approach.

The ideal candidate will be an organised and dependable individual who thrives in a busy operational environment and has proven experience working within a logistics, transport or supply chain environment.

You will be a strong communicator, confident in liaising with a range of internal and external stakeholders, and able to build effective working relationships.

You will demonstrate a proactive mindset, taking ownership of tasks and identifying solutions to challenges as they arise. A strong commitment to safety and compliance is essential, alongside a flexible approach to supporting the needs of the refinery.

Experience in an industrial or regulated environment, such as COMAH, would be advantageous but is not essential.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to join a well-established and respected organisation.
• A key role within a busy logistics and shipping operation.
• A full-time permanent position based in Clydach, Swansea.

Interested?

If you have the relevant experience, skills and qualifications for this Traffic Co-ordinator role and are looking for a new full-time opportunity with a well-established employer, apply now with your up-to-date CV.