Overview
Join to apply for the Transport Planner role at Americold Logistics, LLC. At Americold Dublin we are recruiting a proactive and detail-oriented Transport Planner to oversee the efficient allocation and utilization of fleet and driver resources. This role ensures vehicles are deployed effectively and no job on the transport system is left unplanned. The successful candidate will establish and manage resource availability, develop profitable and achievable transport plans in compliance with Transport Legislation, EU Regulations, and the Working Time Directive. They will lead planning and resourcing of weekend activities and ensure drivers are accurately briefed on their daily assignments.
Responsibilities
* Identify and assign vehicles with back-loading opportunities.
* Maintain and update all relevant transport systems.
* Collaborate with the UK Transport Planner and UK Subcontractor to assess and coordinate outsourcing needs.
* Monitor and achieve set KPIs; drive continuous improvement initiatives with the Planning Manager.
* Ensure clear and effective communication across internal teams and external partners.
* Provide cover across different areas of the department as needed.
Working Pattern
5 days over 7, 8am – 5pm
Qualifications / Skills
* Excellent geographical knowledge
* Excellent communication skills – written, email, phone, face-to-face
* Methodical approach to planning
* Commercially focused, customer service driven
* Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-pressured environment
* Ability to communicate at all levels of the business
* Competent computer skills and willingness to learn and improve skills as necessary
* Self-driven to overcome obstacles to succeed
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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