Do you have experience in a Logistics or Transport Planner capacity? Do you consider yourself to be IT Literate, proactive and holding a keen eye for detail? Are you based in or around Shotton?
TATA's Shotton works are responsible for delivering 500,000 tonnes of metallic coated and pre-finished steel per year to a variety of customers. The successful applicant will be someone that has a high attention to detail and is customer focused, methodical and has previously worked in a planner role.
Pay: GBP26,500 per annum, GBP13.59ph
Location: TATA Steel, Shotton Works, Shotton Records Centre, Deeside CH5 2NH
(100% office based initially then Tue/Wed/Fri office based and Mon/Fri remote)
Shift pattern: Mon-Thu 08:30-17:00 and Fri 08:30-16:00, 37.5 hours per week
Duration: 6 months initially with the view to extend
Start: ASAP (1-2 weeks) but pending the result of a medical
Responsibilities:
* Pre plan shipments (where possible) referencing the Master Production schedule
* Arranging logistics and shipping including the packing of products
* Expediting and rerouting where necessary and providing proof of delivery to customers effectively
* Monitoring agreed costs against supplier invoices
* Resolving invoice queries promptly and effectively
* Using the planning tools and software systems accurately
* Closely working with stakeholders to maintain and exceed service standards
* Identifying failure against plan and deliveries and recommending resolutions accordingly
* Identifying potential peaks in customer demand and proposing corrective actions accordingly
* Liaising with 3rd party container logistics and shipping lines
* Supporting the Customer Service and Commercial team functions to ensure product availability and delivery
* Confirming that all transport activities are undertaken effectively including those delivered by third party providers
* Providing weekly, monthly and ad hoc reports as requested on customer and trend analysis
* Communicating with Production Managers on a daily basis via telephone and email
* Using MS Excel at an intermediate level including formulas, vlookup and pivot tables
* Adhering to UK Health and Safety Legislation at all times
* Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the department
Experience needed:
* Prior experience in Supply Chain/Planner/Scheduler role
* Capacity to operate with minimal supervision
* Strong IT literacy skills including MS office, especially Excel
* Experience with in house IT systems
* Confident telephone manner
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Previous experience using SAP (desirable)
Benefits:
* Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
* Paid holiday
* Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
* Chance to receive GBP300 for referring a friend
All applicants are subject to checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical assessment, Drug and Alcohol Test and reference checks.
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