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Join to apply for the Logistics Planner role at Yusen Logistics
Northampton (NN4 5FB)
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.
We are looking for a Logistics Planner based at our Northampton site (NN4 5FB). The shift pattern for the position is Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 17:00, with two days in the office and three days working from home, subject to business requirements.
The Benefits
* Salary of £30,366.39 per annum
* 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 (e.g., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition)
* On-site Mental Health First Aiders
* Employee benefits including 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
This is a fantastic opportunity for a logistics professional with planning experience to join our innovative and supportive supply chain team.
You will have the chance to elevate your expertise, navigating the complexities of cross-border logistics and international supply chains - gaining unmatched experience that very few roles can offer.
What’s more, you’ll benefit from a first-class rewards package that champions your wellbeing, values your contribution, and empowers you with the flexibility to excel both inside and outside of work.
So, if you’re ready to take your logistics career to the next level, read on and apply today!
The Role
As a Logistics Planner, you will co-ordinate and plan Pan-European shipments efficiently and accurately.
Specifically, you’ll plan all loads to strict procedures, maximising cost efficiency while assessing load configurations, identifying co-loading opportunities, and managing customs formalities with hauliers and brokers across Europe.
You’ll also manage process compliance, prepare essential documentation, and ensure system accuracy, all while supporting operational performance and contributing to the achievement of key KPIs.
Additionally, you will:
* Ensure all trip and transit documentation is accurate and available promptly
* Monitor and maintain system accuracy in Carlo TMS for payment and invoicing readiness
* Report and escalate any non-adherence by hauliers or customers
* Support process improvements and contribute to ongoing operational efficiency
About You
To be considered as a Logistics Planner, you will need:
* Planning experience
* Experience of working in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent customer service skills
* Excellent attention to detail
* Good IT skills, including MS Office and Excel
* The ability to build strong relationships internally and externally
* Coaching skills
Other organisations may call this role Transport Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Logistics Co-ordinator, Freight Planner, or Distribution Planner.
Webrecruit and Yusen Logistics are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
So, if you want to join Yusen Logistics as a Logistics Planner, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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