Integrated Logistics Operations Specialist FY-B

Kuehne + Nagel AS; Chichester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company seeks an Integrated Logistics Operations Specialist at the Logistics Control Centre in Donnington. The role involves coordinating transport services, optimizing costs, and ensuring efficient logistics operations. Candidates should possess strong transport planning knowledge and experience with Transport Management Systems. This position offers a dynamic working environment under varying schedules and requires effective communication and operational skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport management and planning.
• Proficiency in Transport Management Systems preferred.
• Flexible working approach with adherence to schedules.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate specialized transport services for customer orders.
• Develop cost-effective transport plans and optimize vehicle usage.
• Ensure timely pick-up and delivery with logistics service providers.

Skills

Transport/planning knowledge

Communication

Operational efficiency

Cost control

Tools

Oracle Transport Management (OTM)

Microsoft Office

Job description

The role will be performed in the LCC (Logistics Control Centre) in Donnington as an integral part of the Control Tower team.

Your Role

The Integrated Logistics Operations Specialist ensures daily execution of the services in scope and interacts with relevant counterparts of the involved parties for all services in scope.The individual will learn in depth about the role, services and processes through involvement and performing system testing and work instructions creation.

Your Responsibilities

• Coordinate specialized transport services for customer orders using Oracle Transport Management (OTM) and manual planning.
• Develop cost-effective transport plans by optimizing the use of company-owned vehicles and subcontracted haulage.
• Ensure timely and complete pick-up and delivery by aligning with logistics service providers.
• Choose appropriate transport modes and logistics partners based on predefined selection criteria.
• Balance operational efficiency with cost control in transport planning.
• Monitor and adjust transport schedules to meet service level agreements.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Use both automated systems and manual oversight to manage complex transport requirements.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Transport/planning knowledge and experience
• Experience of Transport Management Systems would be an advantage
• Good proficiency in full suite of Microsoft Office
• Flexible working approach (may include shift patterns such as weekend and out of hours cover)
• Ability to understand and execute new processes
• Ability to fulfil time-critical tasks, keep schedules and deadlines
• Eligibility in accordance with government policies.