ARRA Distribution are seeking to recruit a 4on / 4off Night Transport Planner, for it's operation in Cross Hands, South Wales.
Responsible for a broad range of activities that contribute to the accurate production of the daily transport plan for the depot. Responsibilities include Customer/Supplier liaison, updating and manipulating current standard plan to reflect fluctuations in daily volumes.
Role Requirements:
Ø Overseeing the night team operation and despatching drivers on time.
Ø Assisting with the planning and implementation of strategic depot change.
Ø Collating collection and delivery information using bespoke TMS.
Ø Creating collection plans to inform suppliers of loading requirements in a timely manner.
Ø Maintaining depot standard plan information.
Ø Formulating and communicating accurate depot transport plan for the next day’s operation.
Ø Collating information on daily fleet empty running.
Ø Customer/Supplier/Subcontractor management at a number of levels to ensure that key information is communicated, and the daily plans are achieved.
Key Role Responsibilities:
Ø Previous experience in a distribution, operations or planning function.
Ø Effective interpersonal and clear communication skills
Ø Excellent telephone manner.
Ø Accurate and efficient keyboard skills.
Ø High attention to detail and conscientious so that work is completed accurately and on time.
Ø Excellent team working skills.
Ø Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Ø Ability to think logically and flexibly to ensure that the plan minimises cost yet maximises the service to the customer.
Ø Works quickly and accurately to produce clear and effective plans.
Ø Possesses a sense of urgency and works diligently to achieve timelines.
Health and Safety, Environmental Management and Food Safety – Understands, encourages and complies with company/site safety policies and procedures; completes all required training and takes personal responsibility for the safety of themselves and others.
Knowledge and Experience required:
Ø Working knowledge of transport/driver hours and regulations.
Ø Working geographical knowledge of the country and the motorway network.
Ø Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Power point and Outlook.
Ø A logical thinker who is able to produce variations to the standard plan that make better use of depot resources.
Ø Mature approach, pragmatic, tenacious with attention to detail.
Ø Assertive, can do, makes things happen attitude.
Ø Flexible and adaptable to evolving business needs.
Ø Able to multi-task.
Ø Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person
