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Transport and Logistics Planner/Scheduler, Limerick
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Location: Limerick, Ireland
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: be95015415e9
Job Views: 9
Posted: 06.02.2025
Expiry Date: 23.03.2025
Job Description:
Job Title: Transport and Logistics Planner/Scheduler
JOB PURPOSE: Working within a busy transport team, to effectively and efficiently organise transport load planning from day to day. Develop a more efficient and cost-effective logistics function.
REPORTING TO: Transport Manager
LOCATION: Limerick
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities associated with this role include, but are not limited to the following:
1. Building close working relationships and consistently communicate with suppliers, operations, sales and the customer base to develop a more efficient transport and logistics function.
2. Working with on-site cross-functional teams in delivering transport and logistic related changes/upgrades.
3. Planning and scheduling finished bagged product and outgoing Greenvale products to maximum efficiency and to the agreed service levels.
4. Scheduling, controlling and allocating drivers as required.
5. Developing and implementing a more streamlined transport and logistics function.
6. Providing customer support and ensuring that customers have up-to-date delivery information.
7. Using telesales to improve vehicle payloads.
8. Working extensively with other departments to ensure that all systems are in line with requirements.
9. Liaising with sales and operations to deliver real-time information.
10. Ensuring that all documentation and administration is completed to the highest standards.
11. Providing support to the transport team during periods of annual leave.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE:
Hold a third level qualification a distinct advantage.
Experience in transport/logistics scheduling/planning essential.
Agricultural background will be beneficial.
KEY SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES / CORE COMPETENCIES:
1. Excellent command of English (both written and verbal).
2. Methodical approach to work.
3. Must be comfortable and have experience with transport/logistics systems. Good PC skills.
4. Ability to work and make decisions with minimal supervision.
5. Ability to work well with others and use a team approach.
6. Ability to multitask.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES / CORE BEHAVIOURS:
1. Exceptionally strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
2. High motivation, flexibility, and the ability to work on own initiative.
Note: As with all positions, due to the nature of our business, key responsibilities will evolve and change over time.
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