Logistics Support

Role Overview & Responsibilities

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