What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Planner position at Cirba Solutions?
General Description
Cirba Solutions is the most trusted and complete battery solution partner in the world. For 30 years, we have lead the BATTERY RECYCLING industry through our services, processing, and material upgrading. Contributing to the CIRCULAR ECONOMY model is our core focus
The Logistics Planner is responsible for execution of tactical and strategic activities within Global Logistics (GL). This includes customer service, on-time delivery of service, quality and cost optimization. This person is responsible for processing orders and overseeing the cycle of order fulfillment. This person must manage internal processes, and external vendors effectively to ensure a safe and productive operations. This role must work closely with internal sales and operation teams to achieve customer objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Planning and executing the transportation needs across Cirba Solutions' global logistics network
- Ensures Health & Safety (EH&S) is the number one goal by following safety policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner
- Work with EH&S to resolve incidents related to inbound and outbound shipments which may impact service and quality levels
- Maintains and monitors logistics' project plans, schedules, and budgets
- Continuously evaluate and identify opportunities to drive process improvements that positively impact the organization
- Perform various tasks, like schedule and execute transportation requirements, along with administrative duties like maintaining shipping documents and handling financial inquiries
- Monitor progress of assigned projects and resolve any issues that arise
- Network optimization through efficient route planning
- Ability to read, understand and create shipping documents (i.e. manifests, e-manifests, BOLs)
- Act as central point of contact for internal and external customers regarding transportation inquiries
- Communicate with internal and external customers to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives of each job
- Use problem solving tools and techniques, identifying root cause of problems occurring within logistics network, including carrier and vendor issues
- Maintain KPIs regarding logistics network efficiency
- Prepare accurate reports for upper management
- Manage inventory levels which include off-site storage facilities and / or vendor material
- Other duties, as required, in support of goals within the Global Logistics Team
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
