Surefreight International Limited are an expanding International Freight Forwarder & Transport Company. We are a privately-owned and class all employees as family. We pride ourselves on first class customer service and work in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join our transport team in Bradford. If you are a self-motivated individual with good customer service skills and planning experience this is the perfect opportunity for your further development within this Industry.
This is a full time PAYE permanent contract and you will be employed directly by Surefreight International Limited.
The Role
* Develop and implement transportation plans to optimise efficiency and minimise costs for Nationwide deliveries.
* Liaising with our Liverpool site with one fleet mentality to ensuring maximum own fleet utilization.
* Coordinate with customers, contractors and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of goods.
* Liaise with drivers, over the phone and in person, including debrief at end of day/shift
* Resolve any transportation issues or delays that may arise
* Ensuring fleet compliance including PMI's, services, MOT's and pre-use checks/defect reporting is followed up.
* Ensure full compliance of the operator's licence with the Transport Manager
* Carry out investigations as required for the Transport Manager
What we offer
* Salary depending on age and experience
* On site parking
* 37.5hr working week (DAYS but shift pattern TBC, flexibility required)
* Support with further training and development
Essential Skills
* Proven experience as a transport planner or in a similar role
* Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
* Excellent customer service
* Attention to detail
* Excellent organisational and multitasking skills
* Strong problem-solving abilities
* Team Player
* Proficient in using transportation management systems (TMS) and other relevant software
* Strong knowledge of transportation regulations and best practices
* Good Geographical Knowledge
If you feel that the above meets your needs and you want to join our family?
Then please get in touch with us including your salary expectations via email and we can discuss our opportunity with you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* How many years of transport experience do you have ?
Work Location: In person