Position Overview & Specifications
This is a position within our Operations Team providing an excellent opportunity to start a rewarding career in international logistics. Experience is preferred but not necessary as full training will be provided.
You will support the Logistics Planning function in sourcing, booking, scheduling and planning trucking resource across a specified area or region from approved hauliers, in budget, and with a principal focus on customer service.
Key Activities will include:
Health & Safety
Administration
Support the Truck and Tank Planners with order and equipment status management and updates:
- Job Status Updates (ETA’s / completion etc.)
- Order Receipt
- Depot Stock Lists
- Documentation Management.
Planning Support
- Support Truck and Tank Planners in the creation and sharing of supplier instructions for, but not limited to, trucking, tank-cleaning and product heating. Identify and book, in a timely manner, loading and delivery slots.
- Support Tank Planners with management of empty equipment repositioning
Communication
- Liaise closely and positively with the Customer Service Teams regarding customer requirements, changes, challenges and delays.
- Assist the Truck Planners by fielding questions from suppliers (via phone and email) and sourcing and providing the required details.
Personal Development
Have a target of progression into a Logistics Planner role, through training, gaining experience, and a strong desire to learn and progress your career within the intermodal bulk liquid logistics sector.
Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge - Essential/Desirable*
- Competent in the use of I.T. system, outlook, excel etc. Essential
- Good geographical knowledge Desirable
Experience
- Previous roles in transport planning, cost management or within logistics industry Desirable
Competencies
- An ability to work well under pressure Desirable
- Communicate with various departments to achieve common goals Desirable
- Consistently accurate and a keen eye for detail Essential
Personal Attributes & other requirements
- Calm under pressure Desirable
- Excellent team player demonstrating loyalty and commitment to the organisation and team members Essential
- A strong willingness to learn and progress a career in logistics Essential
Salary will be based on age and experience.
Work remotely
- No
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £20,000.00-£24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person