Job Title: European Transport Planner
Location: Newport
Salary: £28,000 - £38,000
Are you a transport planner looking for the next great opportunity? Monex Group is a thriving family local business offering you a chance to be part of our friendly team! We have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our European department.
Monex Group is experiencing an extended period of growth as a result of our continued business success and growth through acquisition. The role will report to the European Transport Manager and will focus on the below:
* Manage the day-to-day planning and running of the fleet.
* Understanding and comply with the customers' requirements and maintaining a very high service level.
* Ensure all movements are completed to the customer's satisfaction.
* Minimising journey cost and overall delivery costs.
* Reload/Back Load optimum planning.
* Dealing with all hauliers in respect of allocating work for delivery and collection.
* Identify potential subcontractors.
* Utilising computerised system to input jobs for company's customers and dispatching to drivers/hauliers.
* Understanding driver compliance and tachograph legislation and working within the parameters to ensure the safe working of our hauliers.
* Liaising with the workshop manager with reference to breakdowns and vehicle maintenance schedules.
* Managing and checking haulier documents and licences to ensure they meet the company's policies.
* Updating and maintaining online portals along with assisting the hauliers with driver's apps in order to meet customer requirements.
Requirements:
* At least 2 years in a similar role such as Transport Manager/Fleet Planner.
* Strong understanding of logistics processes in particular shipping/freight forwarding industry.
* Experience of working in a fast paced environment.
* Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
* Excellent communication & analytical skills.
* Good geographical knowledge of UK & Europe.
* French or any other European language will be an advantage.
* Understanding of exports and imports.
* Second language is essential.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £28,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
* Bonus scheme
* Commission pay
* Quarterly bonus
* Yearly bonus
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* Overtime
Work Location: In person
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