Customer Controller

Who are Culina?

Culina is the UK’s leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation’s best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We're proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day.

We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Transport Logistics division- as one of the UK's most trusted transport specialists, we deliver flexible transport solutions backed by our nationwide network, industry-leading expertise and innovative technology. Our teams provide reliable, efficient and responsive services that help customers keep products moving and businesses growing.

Life in this role

As part of our, Transport Logistics division, we have an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Customer Controller.

Salary: £27,248 per annum

Shift: 4 on 4 off days, 6:00-18:00

As a Customer Controller you’ll be the first point of contact for our customers, offering great contract support and customer service in a fast-paced, encouraging environment to provide a continuous professional service to Stobart customers.

Key Duties of a Customer Controller:

• To act as the first point of contact with our Customer about their deliveries from prior to collection to delivery; escalating issues as required
• Ensure all customer orders are accurately created on ESL in-house system for delivery as per customer’s requirements
• Liaise with Planning Teams and action change requests to ensure consignments are collected and delivered to customer requirements
• Action Driverline calls
• To liaise with the Forecasting, Planning and AM teams regarding extra or short notice loads, and any additional costs if applicable
• Proactively monitor customer delivery compliance and investigate late and failed deliveries through to satisfactory conclusion, reporting as required.
• Ensure information being reported is accurate; seeking sign off from CS Manager when guidance is required.
• Requirement to learn and use Customer specific systems
• Ensure all additional costs are captured and reported correctly within the agreed timeframe
• Complete reports i.e. Customer dashboards, discrepancy reports, etc. as per our Customer or the Business requirements, liaising with CS Manager / Account Manager
• Ensuring all consignments are rated accurately to our Commercial rate card and within agreed timescales
• Complete a daily task list as confirmation all requirements are fulfilled before end of day
• Support Customer Service team as a whole as and when required / asked
• Keep up to date with news items, vacancies and process updates as detailed on the ESL Intranet system

What you’ll need ...

• GCSE grade ‘C’ or above in Maths and English
• Equivalent of 5 GCSE grade ‘C’ or above
• Previous experience within a customer service environment
• Good geographical or transport knowledge.
• Good numeracy and literacy level in order to carry out tasks efficiently and accurately
• Good knowledge of Microsoft systems; Excel and Outlook in particular

What is in it for you?

If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, develop your career, and be part of a team that works as one to achieve great results, we'd love to hear from you.

• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme - our salary sacrifice scheme offers a cost-effective way to drive an electric vehicle, with payments taken directly from your salary. Eligibility and salary thresholds apply.
• Wellbeing Support - your wellbeing matters to us. Through our Employee Assistance Programme, you'll have 24/7 access to confidential counselling and legal support, whenever you need it.
• Eye Care Vouchers - free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition - we love celebrating great work, we recognise those who go above and beyond.
• Everyday Discounts - our benefits platform gives you access to discounts from over 50 leading retailers, helping your money go further every day.