Job Description
Based in the South East, Magnum Logistics Ltd is a privately-owned business and part of the Magnum Group of Companies. Due to our expanding truck division, we are looking to recruit a Traffic Planner to work at our Basildon location within the general haulage and Palletways framework.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone to experience all areas of Transport within a fast-paced, growing Domestic & International Environment.
The role will suit an ambitious individual that is prepared to work hard to further their career into Management. Previous involvement in the logistics industry is required, and the successful candidate must have at least 3 years of office-based experience. Career-minded individuals need only apply.
The job responsibilities will include once trained:
1. Transport Planning
* Management and planning daily distribution requirements for a fleet of HGVs and vans.
* Efficient control and allocation of resources and ensuring all legal requirements are adhered to.
* Utilise drivers, vehicles, trailers, and sub-contractors to collect and deliver all loads against specified collection and booking times, with effective driver de-brief.
* Ensuring that our internal monitoring & tracking systems are organised and updated.
1. Operation & Compliance
* Understanding and achieving key performance targets relating to the safety and efficiency of our fleet (including utilisation and costing).
* Constantly communicate with our Customer Service teams and Drivers to ensure customer KPIs and targets are achieved and maintained.
* Ensure compliance and health & safety in line with the regulatory framework.
The ideal candidate will:
* Work under their own initiative.
* Have exceptional communication skills.
* Ability to work under pressure within a busy transport office.
* Be flexible in their working hours.
* Possess effective Driver Management skills.
* Be computer literate.
* Have good geographical knowledge.
* Challenge themselves and work well under pressure.
* Exhibit good attention to detail.
Magnum Logistics will provide:
* Ongoing support and training to CPC level.
* Competitive salary.
* Pension scheme.
Due to the location of the business, own transport is required.
Hours of Work: 5am to 2pm Mon-Fri and rotational Saturday Morning (1 in 4).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,400.00-£29,500.00 per year
Additional pay:
* Bonus scheme
Benefits:
* Free parking
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: A1992
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