Are you an experienced road freight professional looking for new challenges within a globally successful logistics company? Then take the initiative and play your part in the ongoing development of this leading company! The role of European Transport Planner is to meet and exceed customers’ requirements for the safe and efficient transport of their cargo, effectively and in accordance with company quality procedures and statutory requirements. You will maintain total operational control to ensure SLA / SOP's are adhered to.
Key Responsibilties & Duties;
- Pro-active communication with customers, carriers, internal colleagues, international offices and agents.
- Book and engage carriers for international transport requirements.
- Negotiating rates as and when required.
- Book trailers / drivers with shipping lines through various online platforms.
- Preparation of documentation associated with all aspects of the transport function.
- Perform general administration duties, including invoicing, filing, queries, claims and cost checks in accordance with departmental requirements.
- Maintain regular visibility of all transports under your control.
- Be pro-active in managing and dealing with problems and day to day queries.
- Ensure revenue / profit guidelines are met in accordance with budgetary requirements.
- Be proficient and accurate issuing quotations.
Minimum Requirements;
- Minimum of 2 years’ recent experience working in European road freight forwarding.
- Excellent problem-solving, planning & organising skills.
- Excellent communication/telephone skills.
- Strong administrative and customer service skills.
- Ability to work under pressure using own initiative.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel/Word
Terms:
Full-time, permanent, office-based
Package:
€35-48,000 + Pension
For a confidential discussion on this or any other current opportunity please contact Garvan Cerasi
IAC-Dec24