Junior Logistics Planner Manchester, England
Job description
Job Title: Trainee Logistic Planner
Location: Manchester, UK
Company Overview: We are a new logistics company specialising in efficient transportation solutions across Scotland and England. Our dedicated team ensures timely deliveries and exceptional customer service. We are currently seeking a Junior Logistic Planner to join our busy Traffic Department at our Manchester office. If you are a motivated individual with a graduate's degree and a passion for logistics planning, this is an excellent opportunity to kick-start your career.
Responsibilities:
- Effectively plan and utilise drivers for deliveries throughout Scotland and England, optimising efficiency and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Plan the daily workload for a large fleet of vehicles, considering factors such as delivery schedules, vehicle availability, and driver availability.
- Handle customer queries and provide assistance via telephone and email, maintaining a high level of professionalism and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Ensure compliance with driver's hours and working time directive regulations, as well as related legislation, to maintain legal and ethical standards.
- Plan collections and deliveries according to agreed movement schedules, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
- Take responsibility for meeting all company health and safety standards, promoting a safe working environment for employees and contractors.
Requirements:
- A graduate's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is required.
- Proven organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively handle customer queries and collaborate with internal teams.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities to ensure efficient planning and execution of logistics operations.
- Familiarity with driver's hours and working time directive regulations is preferred.
- Proficiency in using computer software and systems for logistics planning and tracking.
- Must live within a commutable distance to our Manchester office.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity for professional growth and development in the logistics industry.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Exposure to a wide range of logistics operations and challenges.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £18,795.70-£22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
Flexible Language Requirement:
- English not required
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: ACM1
