Transport Planner – Rhenus Logistics
Position located in Dublin 15, Ireland.
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, Truck Transportation, Freight and Package Transportation
Benefits
* Company Pension Scheme: Pension scheme available to all employees.
* Convenient Location: Conveniently located in Dublin 15.
* Electric Charging Station: EV and electric bike charging available.
* Events: Company events organised for team bonding.
* Free Parking: Free and secure parking onsite.
* Open Space Office: Our open plan office design is perfect for collaboration.
Responsibilities
What you can expect
* Accurate allocation of resources to deliveries.
General
* Analysis of historical data, using delivery schedules, vehicle capacity, and geographic factors to develop route plans.
* Maintaining communication with internal departments.
* Analysis of transportation data using TMS and other tools.
* Monitoring driver availability to ensure full utilisation of the fleet.
Maximising Cost Effectiveness
* Assigning loads to vehicles based on capacity.
* Monitor and optimize transportation routes to ensure maximum time and fuel efficiency.
* Utilising a cluster delivery approach, grouping deliveries by geographical area to reduce delivery time.
Relationship Management
* Timely communication with customers, ensuring all queries are answered or directed at the correct department.
* Liaising with drivers and warehouse, logistics, and freight departments, to maintain smooth flow of information through the business.
* Coordination of special deliveries in exceptional circumstances.
* Resolving collection and delivery issues efficiently.
General Administration
* Checking in drivers at transport reception for deliveries and collections.
* Preparation and storage of paperwork to the highest standard.
* Timely record keeping using TMS (Azyra).
* Other administrative duties as required.
Requirements
* Two years’ experience in a similar role preferred.
* Proficiency in English language, both verbally and in writing.
* Knowledge of the relevant administrative applications (Microsoft Office Suite, Azyra).
* Knowledge of logistics processes and systems.
* Strong understanding of logistics and transport regulations.
* Knowledge of the transport market (carriers, shipping services, competitors).
* Geographical knowledge of Ireland.
* Knowledge of loading regulations, load factors, ADR.
* Knowledge of transport documents.
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