Transport Planner
Kegworth DE74 (Onsite Role)
12 Month Contract - likely to extend and be rolling for the right person
37 hours a week; once fully trained, you’ll work 1 week of shift 1 times then 1 week of shift 2:
Shift 1 - Mon to Thurs 08:30-16:30, Fri 08:30-16:00
Shift 2 - Mon to Thurs 10:30-18:30, Fri 11:00-18:30
Up to £16.51 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution OR Umbrella hourly rates up to £22.41
Our client is seeking a motivated, organised and detail-oriented individual to join the key operational team managing Global Customer Shipments. Full training will be given, so if you are an enthusiastic fast learner - we want to hear from you! You’ll be based in our client’s Global Shipping department in East Midlands Gateway, Kegworth, providing organisational and administrative support to the Shipping team, initially on a 12 month contract which is likely to extend and be rolling for the right person!
What will the Transport Planner do?
End to end planning & shipping of Customer orders to a global network
Completion of Export documentation: Proforma’s, Labels & Shipping Notes
Liaise with Customers & Carriers to arrange & ensure time sensitive bookings take place
Facilitate the freight invoice process in line with various carrier invoices through to payment, manage and highlight exceptions through to resolution
Flexible in your work approach to support time sensitive deadlines and the needs of the business. This is a key role and may require working different times throughout the day to ensure Customer shipments leave on time
What experience does the Transport Planner need?
Essential:
Demonstrable experience in a similar role within global transportation
Excellent organisational and administration skills
Ability to use own initiative & resolve problems
Able to contribute positively within a team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Excel - there is a lot of spreadsheet activity
Must demonstrate thorough levels of attention to detail when working in a pressurised environment
Positive attitude, engaging personality, and confident communicator
Desirable Skills:
Demonstrated experience of using SAP
Export Regulation Knowledge
Customs Warehouse Experience
To apply, please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.
The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates