Seven logistics is looking for an experienced Transport Planner with strong communication skills, good customer facing abilities, and the ability to lead a team. As an experienced traffic planner, you will have a wealth of knowledge to help support the day-to-day functions of the traffic office and ensure our customers receive the best service we can offer.
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Planning work from Felixstowe, London Gateway, Whittlesea, and Southampton
* Managing allocated trucks and ensuring revenues and service levels are met
* Managing drivers and ensuring communication and relationships are maintained at high levels
* Ensuring all current day issues are managed and resolved efficiently
* Booking and ensuring VBS are booked correctly
* Travel to other depots will be required, including regular visits to our Southampton Depot.
Skills and Attributes Required:
* Essential – More than 5 years of experience in a planning role
* Ability to maintain a high level of traffic planning under pressure
* Knowledge of Truckcom preferred
* Understanding of port and VBS systems
* Knowledge of the haulage and container industry
* Attention to detail and good organisational skills
* Ability to work to tight deadlines
* Good people and team-building skills
* Ability to multi-task
* Good team player
* Ability to lead a team
* A driven, confident, and motivated individual
* Excellent problem-solving skills
* Good written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on experience
* 20 days holiday which increases with length of service, up to 25 days
* Birthday Day off after successful completion of probation
* Life assurance
* Pension
* Free 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
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