Junior Transport Planner

Job Req Number:  72535
Time Type: Full Time

Do you want to forward your career in one of the world’s largest transport and logistics companies? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Transport Planner / Operations Assistant to join our Haulage Team in Immingham! This is an entry level role where full training will be provided, however if you do have experience in a Transport office, this is advantageous.

Summary

As a global freight forwarder, DSV provides and manages supply chain solutions for thousands of companies every day. Whether you are a small family-run businesses or large global corporation we focus on keeping your supply chains flowing through operational excellence and sustainable growth. This is at the core of our purpose, vision and mission.

DSV Road is one of the leading road freight operators in Europe with distribution networks in North America and Africa. Annually, we handle more than 30 million shipments and every day more than 20,000 trucks are ready to carry your goods in a fast, efficient, flexible, and environmentally friendly manner.

Why Work for DSV

Please review our careers page to see why your next career step should be with DSV.  You can also watch the videos of our employees and see the reasons why they work for DSV.  

https://www.dsv.com/en/careers/why-dsv

As a Haulage Operations Assistant, you would play a fundamental part in our business by:

• Learning all aspects of the haulage planning department 
• Liasing with HGV drivers via telephone and Face to Face
• Liaising with DSV colleagues in other departments across the UK and abroad.
• You will manage delivery / collection paperwork, ensuring you accurately update all required operating systems to feed to other departments.
• Assisting the Transport Planners with queries and tasks.
• Assisting the Driver  Debrief desk and updating operating systems
• You would also be given training to enable you to support the Transport Planners where any cover was required.

Skills Required

• A hardworking, self- starter who has a good understanding of the European road freight industry (desired but not necessary as training is provided)
• Excellent interpersonal & administration skills with good accuracy
• Ability to communicate at all levels within the business
• Excellent processing & time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint.

Quality

• DSV has a principal goal to improve quality, health, safety, and environmental sustainability with our community. All employees must make an active effort to continue the momentum towards minimising work-related injuries, illness, and the possible impact on the environment. They are required to stay committed to provide the highest quality of work to colleagues and our clients in a timely manner and in accordance with the principles of our management system standards of work and approved working standards.

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics

DSV is a dynamic workplace that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals. When you join DSV, you are working for one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. You’ll join a talented team of more than 75,000 employees in over 80 countries, working passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. DSV aspires to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature’s terms.

We promote collaboration and transparency and strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people in a culture of respect. If you are driven, talented and wish to be part of a progressive and versatile organisation, we’ll support you and your need to achieve your potential and forward your career.

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