Transport Planner (Dispatcher) - Forestry page is loaded Transport Planner (Dispatcher) - Forestry Apply locations New Zealand - Gisborne time type Full time posted on Posted 25 Days Ago job requisition id R42311 Your Title: Transport Planner (Dispatcher)
Job Location: Tokoroa / Gisborne, New Zealand
Our Department: Forestry
What You Will Do Using specialist logistics software, the Transport Planner's role is to execute and monitor the wood flow plan to ensure successful outcomes for our clients. This will require you to balance the micro requirements of the contractors to achieve the macro objectives of the forest owners.
You will be coordinating and scheduling harvesting contractors and logging trucks to uplift loads, thinking about the best overall utilization of the fleet and minimum cost of distribution, solving a myriad of problems that occur along the way.
You will be monitoring and reporting on production, inventory, and delivery targets, negotiating with suppliers and customers and meeting them in the field when issues demand direct communications. You will also be supporting the Regional Manager and helping create a positive culture within the operation through leading by example.
What Skills & Experience You Should Bring Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
Problem-solving and time management skills
Flexible approach to working in a changing environment
Curiosity and willingness to learn
Thrive on challenging work, juggling a variety of duties at any given time
Ability to talk to and develop relationships with a wide range of people
Ability to work as part of a collaborative team
Tertiary level qualification; Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in an industry-related field
Good negotiation skills
Proven experience working closely with suppliers, customers, and contractors to build and maintain effective relationships
IT literate and strong organization skills
Other / Preferred Requirements An understanding or knowledge of the Forestry industry is a plus
About Trimble Forestry Trimble's Forestry Division offers SaaS and enterprise software to improve the productivity and sustainability of the world's most recognized integrated forest product companies, forest managers, conservation organizations, government departments, finished product manufacturers, and the partners that connect the global forest supply chain. The Connected Forest solutions manage the full raw materials lifecycle of planning, planting, growing, harvesting, transporting, and processing.
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