Logistics Planner - Northampton, United Kingdom - Yusen Logistics (UK)

Yusen Logistics (UK)

Verified Company

Northampton, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Ref

VTFHCB00467

City:
Northampton

Department

Contract Logistics

Salary

Status

Full Time

Type

Permanent

The Company

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company.

Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities - through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services.

As a company we're dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world's preferred choice.

The position holder will be responsible for the effective planning of all Pan European loads, this must be achieved efficiently and in accordance with strict operating procedures ensuring optimum internal and external communication both with customer contacts and the network of approved hauliers.

The Benefits:

25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days Volunteer Leave per year
Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
Up to 10 days international remote working
Free Eye Test
Employee Referral Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Critical Illness Cover
Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
On Site Mental health First Aiders
Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
Tailored development and career opportunities

Key responsibilities:

Planning:

Assist with the Planning and Organisation for Pan-European Healthcare shipments
Procurement of Pre-Plan information
Evaluation of load configuration and cost comparison for proposed routing using approved haulier network
Maximise all coloading opportunities, escalate all missed opportunities after identifying the causes
Organise customs formalities with the relevant brokers.

Process & Documentation

Adhere to documented processes, be included in revision of processes. Support and recommend process changes as necessary
Trip documentation ensure that transit documentation required by the driver is made available at the earliest opportunity. Inclusive of packing lists and where applicable CMR / EX1. Report and track all open T-Forms

Communication

Provide clear and timely communication of proposed routing plans via Traffic Sheet/Trackers notifying sites of the proposed plan to agreed deadline
Communicate professionally and efficiently both internally and externally
Report / escalate poor haulier / customer adherence as necessary

Cost and System

System Accuracy Carlo TMS ensuring system data is up to date and accurate within the agreed timelines in readiness for confirmation / payment / invoicing
Cost awareness and impact, accountable for meeting KPI targets (both individual and Operational), have an understanding of KPI's, challenge all low volume shipments.

Key requirements:

Planning experience
Excellent Customer Service Skills

- strong communication skills

Highly organised
Ability to work under pressure and meet the deadlines
Excellent attention to detail
Good IT skills MS office and excel.
Experience of working in a fastpaced environment.
Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization as well as clients
Coaching skills.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.