Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Canterbury
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
Transport Planner
Canterbury
30k - 35k DOE
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 6:00pm
My client is looking for a Transport Planner to join their team! If you have previous experience as a Transport Planner or a similar role, and are looking to join a reputable company, then LOOK NO FURTHER!
You will be responsible for the day to day planning of articulated vehicles, along with various other transport related duties, as listed below.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Working closely with Operations Manager looking after 100+ customers’ accounts
Arrange and overlook multiple shipments on daily basis
Assist with various operational queries and tasks as required
General office duties such as answering phone calls and emails
Dealing with Customers, Subcontractors and Agents queries
Processing customer orders, inputting data into planning systems and issuing jobs to drivers and/or subcontractors
Updating Customers with job status and progress
Managing and updating various third-party systems and portals, arranging collections, deliveries, ferry crossings, tolls, customs clearance, various permits and licences
Managing various documents and paperwork ensuring it meets company’s compliance criteria
Skills Required:
Experience in UK/EU Road Haulage and/or Freight Forwarding
Working knowledge on current UK/EU Customs Clearance requirements
Excellent communicator both written and verbal, with a strong attention to detail
Great people skills, ‘can do’ attitude and a hands-on approach
Highly motivated and committed to provide great service every day
Responsible, reliable, hardworking and good under pressure
Outstanding organizational and problem-solving skills with strong ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
This is a great opportunity to join a rapidly growing organisation.
If you believe you meet the above criteria, please apply for immediate consideration!
This role is being handled by Sam Hasler, Transport, Logistics & Distribution Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment
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