Euro Outbound Planner

Tasks

• Plan collections and deliveries, including hazardous materials and customs planning where necessary.
• Book vehicles and loading space, ensuring correct administration in line with Dachser network standards.
• Accurately administer and monitor outbound operations using various Dachser tools (including, but not limited to, Domino, Outbound Planning Tool, CustomsHub).
• Effectively manage loading to meet customer requirements and departmental KPIs.
• Process cost accruals and purchase invoices accurately and promptly.
• Communicate effectively with other departments in Northampton, across the UK, and other branches in the network to maintain strong working relationships.
• Manage suppliers efficiently to minimise costs and ensure consistent service.
• Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures in daily processes and uphold the company’s quality standards.
• Maximise profit opportunities without compromising on quality.
• Respond promptly to customer requests for charter and groupage services, delivering cost-effective and efficient solutions.
• Maintain a supplier database to provide a range of cost-effective options supporting Dachser’s customer delivery requirements.
• Ensure all reporting procedures are followed, and that all paperwork is accurate and efficiently handled.
• Administer and process vehicle dispatch documentation correctly, including CMRs, loading lists, hazardous materials paperwork, and customs documentation. 

Qualifications

• knowledge of transport legislation (Desirable)
• Good geographical awareness.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to maximise profit while maintaining high quality standards.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and organise workload efficiently to optimise personal productivity.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills.
• Resilience to perform well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• High level of accuracy and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, taking responsibility and ownership to consistently deliver quality service to customers.
• Experience working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
• Proven ability to multitask effectively.