Logistic Planner

About the company

Elan Energy Matrix was founded in 2012 with the vision to transform the tyre recycling industry from the ground up, and we now operate as one of the largest waste tyre collection and processing companies in Western Australia.

Our Australian family-owned business is expanding, and we are looking for a motivated and resourceful addition to our team. Join us on our journey to lead the way of resource recovery. 

About the role

As the Logistic Chief, you will play a pivotal role in optimising our logistics operations and managing the day-to-day activities of our front of house operations. You will be responsible for coordinating the movement of vehicles, containers, managing schedules and providing exceptional customer service. This is a dynamic role with no 2 days the same.

Culture 

At Elan, we are committed to work with people who align with our values:

• Integrity: we are committed to respect and transparency. 
• Pioneer: we’re leading the way, always advancing.
• Sustainability: we’re improving today for a better tomorrow
• Collaboration: we’re creating key stone partnerships at all levels.

Be part of our close-knit team and work with us for a better future - amidst weekly barbecues and regular team outings, with us, you have the opportunity to be heard and make a real difference.

The right candidate will demonstrate

• Minimum Grad Cert in Logistics or 3 years proven experience in logistics management
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a team in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to multitask, prioritise tasks, and adapt to changing priorities.

Some of your responsibilities:

• J.I.T arrangement of export container loading and delivery.
• Plan and delegate daily/weekly/monthly collection appointments with drivers and Internal Sales Chief
• Deliver cost savings through continuous improvement through vehicle scheduling and route planning.
• Vehicle performance monitoring, record keeping, and improvement of collection runs and service delivery.
• Manage a team of drivers and support staff, providing guidance and performance evaluations as needed.
• Assisting the Site Unit Manager with timely planning and organising of export containers by contacting local preferred logistics companies in delivering and collecting containers for exports.
• Assist the Internal Sales Chief with the incoming calls, orders, entries into the ERP. 
• Assist with communication to all customers if their store is going to be missed. 

Benefits 

• Birthdays off work
• Training and development opportunities 
• Operate from modern facilities
• Regular Friday BBQ’s
• Quarterly team building functions 
• Share your input and ideas in regular meetings
• Be part of a growing business
• Anniversary gifts.