Location: Co. Carlow
Salary: €45,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

Our client is a well-established and growing transport and logistics company specialising in time-critical transport services. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced and highly organised Transport Office Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy office and support the coordination of transport activities across Ireland, the UK, and international markets.

This is a hands-on role that will suit someone with previous transport, logistics, planning, or operations experience who can confidently manage multiple priorities, support a small team, and ensure the smooth running of a fast-paced transport office.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the transport office.
• Lead, support, and develop a small office team.
• Coordinate transport bookings, schedules, and operational administration.
• Act as the main point of contact for customers, drivers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate processing of transport documentation and records.
• Liaise with operational teams to resolve scheduling issues and service-related queries.
• Monitor workloads and ensure administrative tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Support management with reporting, office administration, and process improvements.
• Maintain excellent customer service standards at all times.
• Monitor office performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Handle multiple priorities while remaining calm and organised in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Transport Office Manager, Transport Coordinator, Logistics Coordinator, Office Manager, Operations Coordinator, or similar role.
• Strong background in transport, logistics, fleet operations, or a fast-paced service environment.
• Experience supervising, supporting, or coordinating a team.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong customer service focus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience within the equine, bloodstock, racing, agricultural, or transport sectors would be advantageous.
• Full driving licence preferred.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of €45,000.
• Opportunity to join a successful and growing organisation.
• Varied role with a high level of responsibility and autonomy.
• Long-term career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Stable Monday to Friday working hours.
• Opportunity to play a key role in a specialist transport operation.

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