Route Planning Supervisor

Our client, who are a market leader in their industry are looking for a friendly, organised, and proactive individual to join their team as a Route Planner & Warehouse Supervisor.
You will be working in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the operation runs smoothly and have a strong understanding of Logistics and Freight Forwarding
Due to the nature of the business strong administration skills and great organisation skills are paramount for this role. You will also be the main point of contact for customers and your team; therefore, you need to be at ease communicating on all levels.
Responsibilities include:
* co-ordinating daily transport jobs
* raising and managing the relevant paperwork
* planning of driver routes and managing and tracking all shipments.
You would also be the ‘go to’ person who keeps drivers, customers and internal teams connected, ensuring the day to day activities and operations run effortlessly and smoothly, even during last minute requests that could be complex and require great attention to detail.
Above all, you will be part of the team ensuring it is a great environment to work in.
Key Responsibilities include:
* Routing and resource planning, ensuring routes are cost effective and assign drivers and vans accordingly.
* Preparation of all documents for each delivery, which will vary from route to route, some being complex. Other administrative tasks include invoicing using internal system and creating all relevant paperwork.
* Tracking and monitoring of drivers and be able to update customers with accurate ETAs, using the inhouse tracking system and also external courier tracking systems.
Experience Required:
* Have a strong understanding of Logistics and Freight Forwarding
* Highly organised and detail orientated in all areas
* Strong problem solving skills
* Excellent time management skills
* Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel and Word
* Thrive in high pressure environments
* Flexible attitude, assist with loading, unloading of vehicles when required
Desirable but not essential skills:
* ADR Training
* Forklift Trained
* Experience with loading lorries & vans
* Understanding vehicle sizes & payloads
Benefits:
* On-site gym
* On-site parking
This is a great opportunity. Please send your CV today
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed