Logistics Controller

Eventor; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Wellbeing Support

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition

Everyday Discounts

Job summary

Culina, via its Eventor division in the UK, is hiring a Logistics Controller to plan and deploy resources across 24/7 operations. You will ensure schedules meet Working Time Directive requirements and EU drivers’ hours rules, coordinating with convoy teams and the customer on move requests.

The role includes maintaining rosters, allocating ESL transport assets, planning routes, and providing out-of-hours support.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced logistics or transport planning environment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of WTD and EU Drivers Hours is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain driver/core staff rosters for 24/7 operations.
• Allocate ESL transport assets for all deployments.
• Plan routes and contingency plans; liaise with convoy commanders and customer on moves.
• Ensure health, safety and environment rules are followed.
• Respond to customer requests and provide cost calculations for approvals.
• Produce KPI reports and handle weekly hours and vehicle mileage.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Access

Outlook

GTS

Microlise

Job description

Company Description

Who are Culina?

Culina is the UK’s leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation’s best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We’re proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day.

We currently have an exciting opportunity within Eventor–

Job Description

Life in this role

As part of our, Eventor division, we have an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Logistics Controller.

Salary: £30,000-31,075 per annum, depending on experience

Shift: 4 On 4 Off 12hr shift, rotating between Days and Nights, 06:00-18:00 / 18:00-06:00

As a Logistics Controller within Eventor, you will be responsible for providing a plan that deploys allocated resources in the most effective way. You will ensure that the plan meets all legal obligations regarding Working Time Directive (WTD) and EU Drivers Legislation.

Key Duties of a Logistics Controller:

• Maintaining driver/core staff rosters to ensure resource capability over a 24/7 period including reactive and emergency response.
• Ensuring the numbers within the emergency response driving team are consistently maintained.
• Implement and deploy the Emergency Plan ensuring compliance with Company Procedure.
• Responsible for the allocation of ESL transport assets to individual convoys as required for all deployments.
• Planning of routes and alternative routes, site locations and establishment and assisting with contingency planning.
• Act as a liaison between convoy commander(s) and TLMP Liaison Officer (Customer appointed on shift)
• Ensuring there is ongoing verbal communication with the driver(s) during Adhoc Move Requests form the customer to supplement the use of Microlise to give updates.
• Ensuring there is clear daily communication between shifts, utilising the shift handover document and passing on critical information/concerns to Team Leader and Contract Manager.
• Occasionally assisting when required at drivers / debrief counter for Customer specific movements only.
• Respond to customer requests for movement or other enquiries, escalating as required.
  • Calculating Transport Costs & submitting them for approval
  • Requesting drivers & tractor units as required
  • Advising Forecast Team
• Administrative tasks, including weekly hours, vehicle mileage, production of KPI’s
• Out of hours support to Eventor Drivers (secondary to Customer specific work).
  • Liaise with Customer Services on drivers’ behalf
  • Assist with Tyre call outs and breakdowns
  • Update GTS accordingly as required.
• Assist with tracking Formula 1 Trucks in season as required (secondary to Customer specific work).
• To comply with health, Safety, Environment rules to ensure the safety of all employees, contractors and visitors.
• To report any breaches of Health and Safety to your Line Manager immediately.
• To report any accidents, incident or close- call in line with Company procedure and assist in any investigations which may be required.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need ...

• Working knowledge of Microsoft excel, word, Access and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of WTD and EU Drivers Hours (Core).
• Working knowledge in GTS and Microlise applications.
• Good customer service skills

Additional Information

What is in it for you?

If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, develop your career, and be part of a team that works as one to achieve great results, we'd love to hear from you.

• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme - our salary sacrifice scheme offers a cost-effective way to drive an electric vehicle, with payments taken directly from your salary. Eligibility and salary thresholds apply.
• Wellbeing Support – your wellbeing matters to us. Through our Employee Assistance Programme, you'll have 24/7 access to confidential counselling and legal support, whenever you need it.
• Eye Care Vouchers – free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition – we love celebrating great work, we recognise those who go above and beyond.
• Everyday Discounts – our benefits platform gives you access to discounts from over 50 leading retailers, helping your money go further every day.