Transport Planner
We require a Transport Planner to work in our busy Transport department. Reporting into the Transport Manager, this is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for planning the day-to-day delivery operation of a busy multi-drop operation and leading by example, getting stuck in with all duties and ensuring a seamless service to all customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Planning drivers and resources to meet work demands and minimum key performance indicators.
- Assigning and maximising the utilization of drivers and vehicles on a daily basis
- Plan all relevant customer deliveries & collections ensuring delivery windows are met.
- Co-ordinating with depots and sites to agree schedules and clearance for driver deliveries.
- Update all records that relate to transport i.e. deliveries & Returns and rebooking’s.
- Source local sub-contractors as and when required.
- Ensure the Schedule, transport plan, Load Board and any other work sheet is produced and sent out where required.
- Complete driver’s packs each day, ensure each pack has the relevant paperwork in it and the correct instructions for the drivers to complete their jobs.
- Manage the drivers ensuring start times are adhered to and support the Transport Manager in ensuring the drivers run under the correct driver’s hours legislation and WTD.
- Answer all emails, telephone calls that relate to new jobs bookings with in a timely manner.
- Resolve Customer queries / complaints where applicable.
Candidate Requirements:
- Experienced within a fast-paced route planning environment.
- Previous General Haulage experience (or similar - Fleet Management) using a variety of vehicles.
- Up to date knowledge of the latest transport regulations (Vehicles & Drivers)
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal at all levels.
Benefits:
- 22 days holiday + all UK bank holidays, increasing to a maximum of 25 with length of service.
- Life insurance offering financial protection for employees nominated beneficiaries.
- Christmas saving scheme.
- Social events.
- Free on-site car parking.
- 40 hours-Monday- Friday- Weekends off!
- Office based- Monday- Friday.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Please state your salary expectations
- Please state dates that you would be available to interview
Work Location: In person
