Transport & Logistics Planner

Job description

  Location
Limerick, Limerick
·  Category
Transport & Logistics - Transport & Logistics
·  Job type
Permanent
·  Industry
Procurement and Supply Chain
·  External Reference
JN-112018-38070

My client a leader in their industry are looking for Transport Planner to join their busy transport office in Limerick. Working within a busy transport team, to effectively and efficiently organise transport load planning from day to day. Develop a more efficient and cost effective logistics function.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Building close working relationships and consistently communicate with suppliers, operations, sales and the customer base to develop a more efficient transport and logistics function
Working with on site cross functional teams in delivering transport and logistic related changes/upgrades
Planning and scheduled finished bagged product and outgoing products to maximum efficiency and to the agreed service levels
Scheduling, controlling and allocating drivers as required
Developing and implementing a more streamlined transport and logistics function
Providing customer support and ensuring that customers have up to date delivery information
Using telesales to improve vehicle pay loads
Working extensively with other departments to ensure that all systems are in line with requirements
Liaising with sales and operations to deliver real time information
Ensuring that all documentation and administration is completed to the highest standards
Providing support to the transport team during periods of annual leave

Hold a third level qualification a distinct advantage
Experience in transport/logistics scheduling/planning essential
Agricultural background will be beneficial
Exceptionally strong organisational and interpersonal skills
High motivation, Flexibility and the ability to work on own initiative

Adecco Ireland is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.