Seven logistics is looking for an experienced Traffic Operator with strong communication skills, good customer-facing abilities, and the capacity 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:
1. Planning work from Felixstowe and London Gateway on allocated traffic sheet
2. Managing allocated trucks and ensuring revenues and service levels are met
3. Managing drivers and ensuring communication and relationships are maintained at high levels
4. Ensuring all current day issues are managed and resolved efficiently
5. Booking and ensuring VBS are booked correctly
Skills and Attributes Required:
1. Essential – More than 5 years of experience in a planning role
2. Ability to maintain a high level of traffic planning under pressure
3. Knowledge of Truckcom preferred
4. Understanding of port and VBS systems
5. Knowledge of haulage and container industry
6. Attention to detail and good organisational skills
7. Ability to work to tight deadlines
8. Good people and team-building skills
9. Ability to multi-task
10. Good team player
11. Ability to lead a team
12. A driven, confident, and motivated individual
13. Excellent problem-solving skills
14. Good written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
1. Competitive salary based on experience
2. 20 days holiday which increases with length of service, up to 25 days
3. Birthday Day off after successful completion of probation
4. Life assurance
5. Pension
6. Free 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
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