Logistics Planner

Yusen Logistics; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Planner to enhance their supply chain operations. This exciting role involves planning Pan-European shipments, ensuring efficient communication with customers and hauliers, and adhering to strict operational procedures. The company fosters a culture of continuous improvement, offering a supportive environment for professional growth. With a hybrid work model and a range of employee benefits, this position is ideal for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in logistics while enjoying a balanced work-life dynamic.

Benefits

25 days' holiday

Unpaid Leave opportunities

International remote working

Free Eye Test

Employee Referral Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Critical Illness Cover

Free online Fitness Platform

On Site Mental health First Aiders

Free access to 24/7 online GP

Qualifications

• Planning experience is essential for effective logistics management.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize Pan-European Healthcare shipments efficiently.
• Ensure timely communication of routing plans to all stakeholders.

Skills

Planning experience

Customer Service Skills

Strong communication skills

Highly organized

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent attention to detail

Good IT skills (MS Office and Excel)

Experience in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work on own initiative

Coaching skills

Tools

Carlo TMS

MS Office

Excel

Job description

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The Company

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are looking for a Logistics planner based at Northampton site (NN4 5FB) The Shift Pattern for the position is Monday to Friday 8:00 to 17:00, with two days in the office and 3 day working from home subject to business requirements . The salary for the role is £30,366.39 per annum.

The position holder will be responsible for the effective planning of all Pan European loads, this must be achieved efficiently and in accordance with strict operating procedures ensuring optimum internal and external communication both with customer contacts and the network of approved hauliers.

The Benefits:

• 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days Volunteer Leave per year
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Up to 10 days international remote working*
• Free Eye Test *
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• On Site Mental health First Aiders
• Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities
  
  
  

Key responsibilities:

Planning:

• Assist with the Planning and Organisation for Pan-European Healthcare shipments
• Procurement of Pre-Plan information
• Evaluation of load configuration and cost comparison for proposed routing using approved haulier network
• Maximise all co-loading opportunities, escalate all missed opportunities after identifying the causes
• Organise customs formalities with the relevant brokers.
  
  
  

Process & Documentation

• Adhere to documented processes, be included in revision of processes. Support and recommend process changes as necessary
• Trip documentation – ensure that transit documentation required by the driver is made available at the earliest opportunity. Inclusive of packing lists and where applicable CMR / EX1. Report and track all open T-Forms
  
  
  

Communication

• Provide clear and timely communication of proposed routing plans via Traffic Sheet/Trackers – notifying sites of the proposed plan to agreed deadline
• Communicate professionally and efficiently both internally and externally
• Report / escalate poor haulier / customer adherence as necessary
  
  
  

Cost and System

• System Accuracy Carlo TMS – ensuring system data is up to date and accurate within the agreed timelines in readiness for confirmation / payment / invoicing
• Cost awareness and impact, accountable for meeting KPI targets (both individual and Operational), have an understanding of KPI’s, challenge all low volume shipments.
  
  
  

Key requirements:

• Planning experience
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• strong communication skills
• Highly organised
• Ability to work under pressure and meet the deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good IT skills –MS office and excel.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization as well as clients
• Coaching skills.
  
  
  

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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