Transport Specialist

Job Title: Transport Specialist
Location: Goodwood, Chichester, PO18
Company: auto-scan
Duration: Initial 12-Months FTC
Pay Rate: £19.33 per hour PAYE

About Us

auto-scan UK Ltd is a leading provider of quality assurance and inspection services to the automotive industry. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we partner with top automotive manufacturers to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.

The Role

We're currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity to support one of our prestigious automotive clients based in Goodwood, Chichester.

As a Transport Specialist, you will be positioned under the Transport & Customs Manager within our Ownership Services division. Your primary focus will be to ensure that the processing of inbound and outbound shipments is both compliant and timely. Daily tasks include tracking a high volume of domestic, EU, and third-country (non-EU) shipments, cross-checking multiple daily reports for status updates, and contacting the relevant transport providers when required.

You will work proactively with the business to process shipments and support discussions on moving shipments effectively through exception management and information sharing. This role requires you to confidently coordinate hazardous and emergency shipments. You will act as a representative for the business and our dealer partners, coordinating closely with various contracted transport providers and 3PL warehouse locations and employees.

You will also support the head office with solutions for managing special and/or urgent transportation requests aligned with our contracted service providers. If you can proactively develop current service offerings, build an in-depth knowledge of operational procedures, and continuously strive to exceed expectations, this role provides an engaging opportunity in a highly collaborative environment.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday 08:00-16:00

Occasional flexibility may be required to support urgent transportation requests or critical shipment tracking to meet business needs.

Please Note: All candidates must possess valid right to work in the UK without restrictions and must undergo a standard criminal record check (DBS).

All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

We are NOT able to support Visa Sponsorship for this role.

We DO NOT accept speculative CVs from Recruitment Agencies.

• Shipment Processing & Tracking: Track a high volume of domestic, EU, and non-EU shipments daily (both inbound and outbound).
• Exception Management: Coordinate hazardous shipments, emergency shipments, and special/urgent transportation requests.
• System Coordination: Process shipments through various 3PL systems, ensuring departmental execution is in line with transport provider and internal procedures.
• Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with statutory and company policies on Quality and Customs.
• Relationship Management: Lead and support relationships with external partners including FedEx, K&N, Senator Maersk, Hapag Lloyd, Neovia, and Vantec.

Skills and Experience

• Logistics Experience: 3-5 years of forwarding and/or relevant transport, supply chain, or customs knowledge, with demonstrated capability in customer-facing roles.
• Industry Knowledge: An in-depth understanding of the Freight Forwarding Industry.
• Problem Solving: Proven solution design and problem-solving skills, with the ability to confidently balance conflicting priorities.
• Communication & Networking: Excellent coordination, networking, and influencing skills. You must use effective interpersonal skills to create and sustain effective relationships with customers and colleagues, championing a consultative and collaborative approach.
• Tech Literacy: Generalist IT knowledge, including proficiency in Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP.
• Education: Educated to Degree level or equivalent in a Business or Engineering discipline, though relevant experience in a similar field is equally valued.

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auto-scan UK Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

💭 For More Information:

Visit our careers site at or contact our Recruitment team at a.munro@autoscan.co.uk

Join auto-scan UK Ltd and be a part of a team dedicated to driving excellence in the automotive industry!

We are a Forces friendly employer, and welcome applications from the Armed Forces community.

• £19.33 per hour PAYE
• World-Class Manufacturing Facilities
• Collaborative & High performance team environment
• Family Friendly working hours
• Free on-site secure car parking