Transport Planner - Southampton, United Kingdom - Abacus Logistics Ltd
1 week ago
Description
We are currently looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join our busy Southampton transport depot.
Abacus Logistics Ltd are a family run logistics company, who have 100 + vehicles servicing the container ports of Southampton, London and Felixstowe.
Core Responsibilities and duties;
- To plan and route a fleet of our own and subcontractor vehicles to a maximum financial and commercial benefit to the business.
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements for Vehicle Operations, health and safety and other regulations
- Robust organisation and methodical approach to planning FCL (Full Container Loads) to maximise profitability, utilisation, and efficiency.
- Provide outstanding service to all customers, to ensure we meet the SLA's our customers expect.
- Develop/maintain business relationships with our customers, drivers and subcontractors.
- Must have worked within
- Containers or General Haulage
- Experienced Transport planner
- Hard working attitude, selfmotivated
- Ability to lead and mentor other planners/operators within the team
- Ability to build a repour and create a positive business relationship with customers/suppliers
- Resilient attitude able to work to deadlines and can handle a pressured environment.
- Experience in using TOPS or similar programs
What we offer:
- 28 days holidays including bank holidays
- Yearly bonus
- Contribution pension scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Training opportunities
- Casual dress
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Full time
For further information, please contact Nathan on
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Pay:
£30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Onsite parking
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus
Work Location:
In person
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