We are seeking a permanent, full time organised, proactive and detailed focused Transport Planner to join our transport team based at our Luton Hub. You will be responsible for coordinating daily transport operations, planning, efficient routes, and ensuring the plan provides deliveries and collections on time and in line with customer and business requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong logistics experience who enjoys working in a fast paced environment and solving operational challenges.
What you'll be doing:
- Provide effective management of all Transport movements from Customer collection through to delivery into all company Operational Facilities. A key outcome for the Transport Planner is to maximise internal fleet usage.
- Operate a stable transport measurements system and ensure that all relevant live /pre-alerted data can be measured by KPI’s.
- Ensure all collections and deliveries are performed on time and in the most cost effective manner.
- To review and update the core trunking plan
- To execute 3rd party transport arrangements, where required.
- Liaise with all TDG operating sites, transport providers and mailing houses to ensure maximum vehicle utilisation.
- Achieve agreed productivity targets by supporting process and interface with management & customers on work scheduling.
- Provide agreed, detailed daily reporting suits to Sales, Account Management & Operational teams, and external Providers.
- Support the communication systems within Operations and attend daily conference call.
- Ensure all relevant information is captured and recorded on daily pre-alert master control documents.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- At least 2 years transport planner experience and knowledge of transport planning operations in haulage, distribution, freight, logistics, supply chain or fleet operations
- Advanced knowledge of transport management systems i.e. PTV
- Up to date knowledge of driver’s hours and working time regulations
- Understanding of costings and budgets
- Transport Manager CPC (Desirable)
Full training will be provided during induction and further training will be given throughout the course of your employment, to assist in progressing your career with us.
Why join us?
- Opportunity to join a busy and growing operation
- Supportive team environment
- Career development opportunities (potential to complete CPC)
- Hands on role with real responsibility and impact
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If you have experience in transport, logistics or route planning and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Transport Planning: 2 years (required)
- Transportation management systems: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
