Vehicle Preparation Centre Planner
Description
About NVD
A family-owned business, established in 1980, NVD was set up to assist vehicle manufacturers in the timely and incident-free distribution of their products. We’ve established ourselves as a one-stop shop providing the three main pillars of outbound logistics, including transporting, storing, and enhancing our customers’ vehicles, prior to delivery to their end location. Since 1980 NVD has been at the forefront of pioneering the digitisation of the FVL industry.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a VPC Planner to join our Customer Operations Team. As a VPC Planner, you will be responsible for coordinating and planning all workshop activities related to vehicle preparation in respect of our customer needs. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the correct vehicles are scheduled as per customer demands and work closely with VPC managers and the Customer Operations teams to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for optimising processes within a fast-paced environment. The VPC Planning role is to plan the workshops across 5 Workshops in Ireland and 5 Workshops in the UK
Pay and Benefits
Annual Salary range €40,000 - €45,000
Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Annual Leave Purchase Programme
Long Service Awards
Staff Purchase Schemes:
o Tyres
o Tools
Bike to Work
Discounted Gym Membership
Death In Service Benefit
Digital GP Service
Responsibilities:
Develop comprehensive workshop schedules and plans for vehicle preparation activities including pre dispatch inspections, repairs, vehicle conversions, fleet fitouts and paint shop activities.
Coordinate with the operations team to prioritise and allocate resources effectively to meet production targets and customer deadlines.
Liaise with workshop managers, customer operations, business development and transport planning to ensure timely planning of workflow in line with demand and seasonality.
Ensure the data in respect of work types and timing is accurate in the system to influence planning processes.
Work closely with Customer Operations, the Long-Term Planning Team, Sales and VPC Managers to ensure the correct resources are in place to deliver the work schedule
Generate reports on workshop performance, including productivity metrics, resource utilisation, and turnaround times.
Continuously evaluate and improve planning processes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
Setting up of Services Basedata (Understanding Costs and Customer Charge out)
Work close with VPC to correct Mins for Jobs on the CRM System
Requirements:
Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Excellent attention to detail and practical approach to problem solving skills with a commitment to upholding quality standards
Flexible attitude to working hours to support the needs of the business
Self-motivated, enthusiastic and driven
Ability to work effectively under pressure in a changing environment
Ideally an appropriate tertiary education certificate / diploma
Full clean driving licence
Requirement to occasionally travel to operational sites.
Join our team and play a key role in delivering exceptional service to our customers. Apply now and be part of a dynamic and innovative workplace!
Equal Opportunities Statement
National Vehicle Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence. Our organisation actively promotes equality and prohibits discrimination based on gender, marital/civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or membership of the Traveller community, in accordance with Irish and UK equality legislation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.
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