Urgent Logistics Coordinator Jobs in Swansea SA1 – Apply Now
Temping Agency is seeking experienced Logistics Coordinators for immediate temporary placements with top employers across Swansea SA1. Flexible shifts, competitive pay, and weekly payroll for seamless career progression.
This Role is Filling Fast
- Immediate start within 48 hours
- Weekly pay every Friday
- Dedicated Swansea-based consultant
- Ongoing training & support
Interviews are being scheduled this week for a fast-tracked start.
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Role Details At A Glance
Comprehensive Job Description: Logistics Coordinator
Temping Agency is partnering with a leading logistics and distribution hub in the heart of Swansea SA1 to recruit a highly organised and proactive Logistics Coordinator. This is a critical operational role responsible for the seamless flow of goods, coordinating driver schedules, and ensuring all warehouse activities align with strict customer delivery windows. The successful candidate will be the central point of communication between warehouse teams, Multi-Drop Drivers, and client account managers.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking dynamic, fast-paced work with a clear path to permanent employment for high performers. Our client, a major player in South Wales logistics, values efficiency and clear communication. By registering with Temping Agency, you gain access not only to this specific vacancy but to our entire network of logistics and supply chain roles across the region. We understand the local Swansea market, from the Enterprise Zone to the Port, and we match skilled professionals with businesses that need reliable staff quickly, much like our successful placements for warehouse jobs in Edinburgh and transport roles in London.
Core Responsibilities & Daily Duties
Operational Coordination
- Plan and schedule daily delivery routes for a fleet of drivers, optimising for fuel efficiency and time.
- Monitor live vehicle tracking systems to proactively manage delays and communicate with customers.
- Liaise directly with warehouse supervisors to ensure timely loading and correct order fulfilment.
- Process shipping documentation, including customs paperwork for international shipments when required.
Communication & Administration
- Act as the first point of contact for driver queries and customer delivery enquiries via phone and email.
- Update and maintain accurate records in the Transport Management System (TMS).
- Investigate and resolve any delivery discrepancies or customer complaints efficiently.
- Prepare daily and weekly performance reports for the logistics manager.
The role demands a problem-solver who can think on their feet. You will be instrumental in minimising downtime and ensuring the Swansea depot operates at peak efficiency, supporting everything from retail distribution to industrial supply chains.
Essential Skills & Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 1 year in a logistics, transport planning, or warehouse coordination role.
- Proven experience using transport management or warehouse management software.
- Solid understanding of UK transport regulations and driver hour compliance.
- Ability to read and interpret delivery schedules, manifests, and route maps.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, for dealing with drivers and clients.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a high-volume workload.
- A proactive, problem-solving mindset and calm under pressure.
- Team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision.
- Certification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management (e.g., CILT).
- Experience with specific TMS/WMS software like Manhattan, SAP, or Oracle.
- Full UK driving licence (not essential but beneficial).
- Familiarity with the Swansea SA1 industrial and logistics landscape.
If your experience is in a related field like dispatch, customer service for a haulier, or even as a Multi-Drop Driver seeking an office-based role, we encourage you to apply. Transferable skills are highly valued.
Salary, Pay Rates & Benefits Package
We offer transparent and competitive remuneration for Logistics Coordinators in Swansea, reflecting experience and shift patterns.
Standard Pay Structure
- Weekly pay every Friday via BACS.
- Paid holiday accrual from day one.
- Overtime available at enhanced rates.
- Performance-based pay reviews.
Shift Patterns Available
Temping Agency Benefits
- Dedicated Consultant: A single point of contact for support, pay queries, and career advice.
- Career Pathway: Clear route to permanent placement with the client after a successful temporary period.
- Training Access: Opportunities for funded training in areas like advanced TMS or health & safety.
- Local Network: Priority access to other roles in Swansea across sectors when you register with us.
Why Temping Agency is Your Best Route to a Logistics Career
We are more than just a job board. As a specialist recruiter for the logistics sector, we build long-term relationships with both candidates and employers in Swansea SA1. This means we often get notified of roles before they are advertised publicly. Our expertise in fast-track recruitment, similar to our processes for last-minute placements and urgent temp hire, ensures you are matched efficiently with the right opportunity.
Whether you're an experienced coordinator or looking to move into logistics from a related field like customer service or retail management, our team can guide you. We also support businesses looking to hire staff quickly and reliably.
How to Apply: Your 3-Step Process
Submit Your Details
Click 'Apply Now' or email your CV directly to [email protected]. Ensure your CV highlights relevant logistics, coordination, or transport experience.
Quick Registration
Our Swansea team will contact you to discuss the role and complete a fast, straightforward registration. This can often be done same-day.
Interview & Start
We arrange an interview with the client. Upon success, we handle all paperwork for an immediate start, often within 48-72 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Initial placements are typically for a minimum of 3 months, with a strong likelihood of extension based on performance and business needs. Many of our temporary logistics roles convert to permanent positions, offering job security and career progression within the client company.
Absolutely. While qualifications are beneficial, we place significant value on practical experience and soft skills. If you have proven experience in coordination, scheduling, customer service in a transport environment, or even as a Multi-Drop Driver who understands routing, we encourage your application. We assess candidates on their overall suitability.
Yes. The skills of a Logistics Coordinator are highly transferable. We regularly recruit for similar coordination roles in event logistics (like our event crew roles in Wrexham), office administration, and customer service teams for Sales Representative / Executive departments. Registering with us gives you access to this wider network.
Smart casual attire is recommended. The interview will likely be held at the client's Swansea office or depot, so professional yet practical dress is appropriate. Your Temping Agency consultant will provide specific guidance once the interview is arranged.
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Serving South Wales & Beyond
Temping Agency is an equal-opportunities employer and recruitment agency. Registered in England & Wales. If you are interested email your cv and info to [email protected].
Operating in Swansea SA1: The Local Logistics Hub
As a Logistics Coordinator in Swansea, you’ll be at the heart of one of South Wales’ most dynamic commercial zones. The SA1 postcode encompasses the Swansea Waterfront, the Enterprise Zone, and key distribution parks that serve the entire region. Understanding this landscape is crucial for success in the role.
Key Local Employers & Sectors
Our client partners operate across diverse sectors, meaning no two days are the same. Your coordination skills will be applied to various supply chains:
- Advanced Manufacturing: Supporting the just-in-time supply chains for local plants requiring precise scheduling of component deliveries.
- Retail & E-commerce Fulfilment: Managing increased volume from Swansea-based online retailers, especially during peak seasons, coordinating with national courier networks.
- Public Sector & NHS Logistics: Coordinating time-sensitive deliveries of medical supplies and equipment to hospitals across the Swansea Bay region.
- Port-Related Logistics: Facilitating the movement of goods to and from Swansea Docks, involving customs documentation and container tracking.
A Day in the Life: A Coordinator's Perspective
To illustrate the role's impact, here’s a snapshot of a typical morning for a Temping Agency Logistics Coordinator placed with a major Swansea distributor:
This fast-paced environment requires constant communication and quick decision-making, skills highly valued by our client partners.
Beyond the Role: Career Progression Pathways
A temporary Logistics Coordinator role with Temping Agency is often the first step on a rewarding career ladder. We have a proven track record of supporting candidates into permanent, senior positions. Here’s how your career could evolve.
→ Transport / Logistics Manager
Demonstrating excellence in coordination and problem-solving can lead to management of the entire transport operation.
- Typical Timeline: 18-24 months
- Skills to Develop: Budget management, fleet compliance, team leadership.
- Potential Salary: £32,000 - £42,000
→ Supply Chain Analyst
If you excel at data within the TMS, a move into analysis—optimising routes, forecasting demand, and reducing costs—is a natural progression.
- Typical Timeline: 12-18 months
- Skills to Develop: Advanced Excel, data visualization, report writing.
- Potential Salary: £28,000 - £35,000
→ Customer Account Manager
Your deep understanding of the operational challenges makes you invaluable on the client side, managing relationships with logistics providers.
- Typical Timeline: 2+ years
- Skills to Develop: Account management, negotiation, strategic planning.
- Potential Salary: £30,000 - £40,000+
Case Study: From Temp to Team Leader
"Sarah's Journey" – Sarah registered with Temping Agency as a Logistics Coordinator for a temporary 3-month contract with a Swansea food distributor in early 2023. With no formal qualifications but strong organisational skills from a retail background, she impressed with her calm demeanour during a major delivery crisis caused by unexpected road closures.
Her Temping Agency consultant recommended her for internal training on advanced TMS functions. After two extensions, the client offered her a permanent position as a Senior Coordinator. Within a year, she was promoted to Deputy Transport Planning Team Leader, now overseeing a small team of her own coordinators.
"Temping Agency didn't just find me a job; they saw potential I didn't know I had. The support and training access turned a temporary role into a genuine career. I'm now the one briefing the new temps coming in!"
Sarah’s story is not unique. We focus on identifying transferable skills and advocating for our candidates' long-term potential with our client partners.
Swansea Logistics Hub
Mastering the Tech: Essential Software & Systems
Modern logistics coordination is powered by specialised software. Familiarity with these systems is a key asset. While full training on the client's specific platform will be provided, understanding the core functions will give you a significant advantage.
| System Type | Common Examples | Key Functions You'll Use | Why It Matters in Swansea |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Management System (TMS) | Manhattan, Oracle TMS, Mandata | Route planning & optimisation, live vehicle tracking, proof of delivery (POD) capture, driver hours compliance monitoring. | Critical for managing multi-drop routes in and out of Swansea's mixed urban and rural areas efficiently, ensuring compliance on busy corridors like the M4. |
| Warehouse Management System (WMS) | SAP WM, HighJump, Blue Yonder | Viewing pick/pack status, checking stock availability for orders, generating loading lists and manifests. | Ensures you have accurate, real-time information to promise realistic delivery times to customers and coordinate with the warehouse floor team effectively. |
| Customer Relationship Management (CRM) | Salesforce, Zoho, bespoke portals | Logging customer delivery enquiries, updating contact notes, accessing delivery history and special instructions. | Provides a single customer view, vital for maintaining high service levels with Swansea's diverse business community, from small independents to large corporates. |
Training & Upskilling Support
Temping Agency and our client partners are committed to your development. We recognise that technology evolves rapidly. As part of many temporary-to-permanent pathways, you may be offered access to:
- Vendor-led software training for the specific TMS in use.
- Short courses in data analysis (e.g., Excel for Logistics).
- Modules on transport law & compliance, keeping you updated on regulations.
- Internal mentorship programmes with senior planners or managers.
This investment in your skills not only makes you more effective in your current role but significantly enhances your long-term employability in the thriving South Wales logistics market.