What You Can Expect:
Accurate allocation of resources to deliveries.
Analysis of historical data, using delivery schedules, vehicle capacity, and geographic factors to develop route plans.
Maintaining communication with internal departments.
Analysis of transportation data using TMS and other tools.
Monitoring driver availability to ensure full utilisation of the fleet.
Maximising Cost Effectiveness
Assigning loads to vehicles based on capacity.
Monitor and optimize transportation routes to ensure maximum time and fuel efficiency.
Utilising a cluster delivery approach, grouping deliveries by geographical area to reduce delivery time.
Relationship Management
Timely communication with customers, ensuring all queries are answered or directed at the correct department.
Liaising with drivers and warehouse, logistics, and freight departments, to maintain smooth flow of information through the business.
Coordination of special deliveries in exceptional circumstances.
Resolving collection and delivery issues efficiently.
General Administration
Checking in drivers at transport reception for deliveries and collections.
Preparation and storage of paperwork to the highest standard.
Timely record keeping using TMS (Azyra).
Other administrative duties as required.
What You Bring:
Two years’ experience in a similar role preferred.
Proficiency in English language, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of the relevant administrative applications (Microsoft Office Suite, Azyra).
Knowledge of logistics processes and systems.
Strong understanding of logistics and transport regulations.
Knowledge of the transport market (carriers, shipping services, competitors).
Geographical knowledge of Ireland.
Knowledge of loading regulations, load factors, ADR.
Knowledge of transport documents.
Skills Required
- Two years' experience in a similar role
- Proficiency in English language, both verbally and in writing
- Knowledge of the relevant administrative applications (Microsoft Office Suite, Azyra)
- Knowledge of logistics processes and systems
- Strong understanding of logistics and transport regulations
- Knowledge of the transport market (carriers, shipping services, competitors)
- Geographical knowledge of Ireland
- Knowledge of loading regulations, load factors, ADR
- Knowledge of transport documents
What We Do
Niederrheinische Verkehrsbetriebe AG (NIAG) is a regional transport company based in Moers, Germany, that provides comprehensive bus and rail services to the Lower Rhine region.
