Road Transport Planner

Job Description

Company description:DSVGlobal transport and logisticsDSV is one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. 75,000 employees in more than 90 countries work passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality servicesas part of the operation or in a varietyof supporting roles. If you have drive and talent and enjoy responsibility, well give you the support you need to explore your potential and forward your career.Read more at www.dsv.comJob description:BRIEF OVERVIEWA UK Domestic distribution role has become available within DSV Road.The distribution operator has the responsibility for monitoring the day-to-day tasks, ensuring all admin is up to date, answering into queries etc.MAIN DUTIES

• Communicate effectively in a professional manner with all internal departments to ensure their day-to-day distribution requirements are fulfilled in line with the customer instructions. This includes other local DSV sites
• Communicate effectively, in all formats, with internal departments, reporting any discrepancies or specific requirements. This includes other local DSV sites
• Ensure that the Company and its representatives, operate within all agreed operational procedures, and within statutory requirements, including the provision and maintenance of a safe working environment
• Arrange with approved hauliers for transport of cargo, confirm availability of equipment and ensure all customer requirements are specified and met. Confirm these arrangements by email and Control Board
• Prepare correct documentation to the Warehouse department for loading/off-loading cargo, in a timely manner. Ensure all consignments are input to TPN system and the necessary labels are produced
• Perform and correctly implement all general admin. duties associated with a Transport Office; to include debrief of drivers, planning of 4 vehicles, filing, customer service queries, PODs, cost estimating, completion of departmental KPIS, in accordancewith the departments requirements
• Communicate efficiently and effectively, in all formats, with internal customers, suppliers, and other offices, as required by operational procedures
• In conjunction with others, plan collection and deliveries to meet all customer needs and requirements using the most efficient and cost-effective plan of available resource
• Communicate with drivers/hauliers/internal and external customers to ensure issues are resolved promptly
• Maintain awareness of and follow transport regulations, where relevant, to ensure departmental compliance to all statutory requirements

KEY SKILLS REQUIRED

• 2 GCSEsMaths, English
• 2 years of related work experience
• UK and Ireland geography, planning skills and route times
• Knowledge of logistics & commercial transport
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the business.
• Excel, outlook

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• A role in a successful, dynamic company
• Be a part of a strong team of performance driven colleagues
• A professional working environment

Job Types: Full-time,Experience:

• UK geography, planning skills and route times: 2 years (preferred)

Work remotely:

• No