Despatch Planner
The Recruitment Crowd
Seattle, WA
Role overview : Our client is the leading composite door and PVCu panel manufacturer supplying trade customers nationwide.
They are now recruiting for a Despatch Administrator / Planner to join their expanding team.
Reports to : Transport Manager
Scope of the role : To provide accurate and timely administrative support to a busy Despatch department, liaising with both internal and external customers on a daily basis.
Key duties of the role :
Supporting Transport Manager
Assisting with route planning
Liaising with internal and external customers in a professional manner on matters such as customer collections, shortages and delivery times
Supporting the customer care department with shipment of courier items
Arranging couriers
Ensuring all PODs are collated
Updating management information and producing reports such as weekly customer delivery schedule & information required for the morning meeting
Liaison with finance on invoicing queries
Providing general administrative support as required e,g stationery, filing
Providing Invoicing information to Finance dept as and when required
To cross train on colleagues roles to provide holiday cover
Key Skills and Experience required :
Previous administrative experience, ideally in a warehouse or logistics environment
IT literate, particularly in Excel
Excellent communication skills with a professional approach at all times
Demonstrates an organised and methodical approach
Accurate with attention to detail
Team player with a flexible approach
Permanent