Who are we..DFDS Logistics operates in over 20 countries inside Europe utilizing trailers and containers across short-sea ferry and multimodal rail routes ensuring excellent customer service. People matter and we continuously seek to attract, develop, and retain employees to enforce our position as an industry leader.

 

The Role… We are recruiting a Business and Operations Planner at DFDS Logistics Ltd. You will join the DFDS organization in the UK and take responsibility for ensuring DFDS deliver the highest level of customer service standards though subcontracting, sourcing the best haulage solutions to fulfill the customer’s requirements.

 

Principle Responsibilities:

• Build strong relationships with subcontractors ensuring we have a network of haulier’s that can service our customers’ needs.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best delivery prices.
• Monitor delivery/collection schedules with hauliers to identify problems.
• Keep accurate records so that invoices, reports, and statistical information can be produced.
• Actively source new haulier’s, negotiate rates and onboarding them as a new suppliers.
• Review KPIs and other data looking for improvements in service.

 

Who we want……We are looking for someone who has the below qualities:

• Proactive and forward-thinking approach.
• Show initiative.
• Problem Solving.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Self-motivated.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Geographical knowledge of UK.
• Understanding of transport legislation including driver’s hours.

 

What we do for you… We offer you an interesting workplace and a key role in a growing international company, and part of a team of performance driven colleagues. You will get to work with many different professional groups. For the right candidate there will be great opportunities for professional growth.

 

Interested? Apply now..  If you have a passion and drive for success in a fast-paced deadline driven environment, please submit your CV in English, we will evaluate applications on an ongoing basis.