The Company
We are a global supplier of electrical cables and cables accessories, supporting projects across industries including construction and infrastructure, mining, renewable energy, oil & gas. Our portfolio includes a wide range of power, data and control cables manufactured to British and international standards, and we have a successful track record of delivering cable solutions to over 130 countries.
It is Eland Cables’ unswerving commitment to quality and the reliability of our service, including project logistics and comprehensive technical support, that lets us consistently deliver exceptional results for our customers.
The role:
* Working with customers/suppliers/drivers and other traffic desks, planning routes and scheduling delivery times to ensure the smooth running of the operation
* Prioritising workload, route planning driver brief and de-brief
* Liaise with other depots
* Strong organisational skills for planning schedules, journeys and loads
* Proactively work to reduce late deliveries and missed time slots
* Ability to work flexibly and to make decisions quickly
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to deal with people at all levels
* Maintain computerised system such as PodFather, have the skills to use excel spread sheet
* A good understanding of transport regulations currently in force
* Good geographical knowledge
* Must monitor Compliance and work with drivers and Compliance to eliminate infringements
* Must ensure that all drivers are aware of SAFED, and be actively involved in improving SAFED achievements to goals
* Must be an integral part of, and is responsible for employee health and safety
* Ensure that vehicles and trailers are available in a timely manner to adhere to Compliance and inspection requirements
* Provide general support appropriate to the management when required
* Check driving licences and ensure Company drivers are compliant and legal to drive within the scope of the conditions of the Insurance
* The ability to solve problems within minutes, not hours
Skills required:
* Previous transport related customer service-based experience would be an advantage
* Previous experience of operating successfully in a fast-paced and demanding environment
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* A friendly approach over the phone and email
* Excellent PC and keyboard skills
* Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload
* Enthusiastic, friendly and enjoys working in a team
* Reliable, punctual & flexible
The successful candidates must have a genuine desire to be a difference maker in a customer-centric organisation operating at an extremely fast-pace.
Benefits
* 45 hours per week, flexibility essential.
* Private Health Care
* Option to join our pension scheme after initial 3 months.
* 28 days holiday, inclusive of all UK bank holidays.
* Training provided.
* Uniform provided.
No agencies please!
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