Berkmann Wine Cellars is proud to be the largest family owned and family-run wine importer in the UK. We have been selling premium wine since 1964 and our expertise has grown along with our award-winning portfolio.
We are looking to recruit a Route Transport Planner who will be responsible for organising customer delivery routes so that our vehicles are within weight whilst maximising vehicle fill rates. You will also assist the Depot Manager with daily driver debriefings, checking off paperwork and stock returns.
Prime Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)
1. Planning the driver delivery routes daily using our software system (PODFather) for assigned regional dispatch
2. Working to various fixed customer order cut-off times to ensure the smooth running of the
3. Ensuring that information linked to deliveries is communicated effectively, responding quickly and efficiently to queries, giving pro-active
4. Supporting with daily driver debriefings and stock reconciliation for returned products.
5. In conjunction with your line manager and colleagues, reviewing daily reports and providing feedback to improve processes and performance.
6. Collating and analysing KPI data
7. Troubleshooting where necessary to avoid delivery delays
Knowledge & Experience
8. To have a good understanding of delivery distribution planning
9. A good geographical knowledge of London’s major town, conurbations and road network.
10. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and confident at developing relationships with internal and external
11. Must be highly computer literate, with a standard knowledge of Microsoft Office & Excel.
12. Keen attention to detail with the ability to make key decisions to support the smooth day to day running within the transport planning team. A self-starting, proactive and hands-on individual who can offer proactive solutions.
13. Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines and respond to urgent deliveries or issues that arise
Working Pattern – This role is 37.5 hours per week, currently planned for Monday to Thursday 09:00 – 18:00 and Friday 9:00 – 15:30, with 1 hour lunchbreak per day. However, it is expected that the successful candidate will work the hours necessary to fulfil the requirements of the job. Out of hours cover for your colleagues within Transport Planning when necessary and this is rewarded in overtime or time off in lieu. It is possible that the working pattern may change slightly due to circumstances beyond our control.
Offer – The appointed candidate will be given the below package:
14. Become an integral part of a family business
15. Salary range of £30k – £33k per annum dependent upon experience
16. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
17. Annual £250.00 contribution towards Dentals Costs
18. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
19. Company salary sacrifice pension scheme
20. 25 days annual leave rising to 26 days after 5 years’ service and 27 days after 10 years’ service
21. Training and support from line manager, IT and HR.
22. Generous discount from our Wine Portfolio
23. Job Referral scheme, at £500 per employee
24. A bottle of wine on both your birthday and your Berkmann anniversary