As a family business, we are one of the leading privately-owned palletised transport organisations in the UK. Established in 1979, we operate across 11 sites in England and Scotland with over 480 employees and 220 vehicles. We offer a wide range of delivery solutions to many satisfied customers while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professional conduct.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Transport Planner to join our team at our Irthlingborough site.
This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday 09.00 - 19.00 (£12.98 p/h and £14.98 p/h overtime)
Daily duties include:
* Manage and plan the daily workload for the drivers
* Communicate and direct drivers for loading and unloading
* Build relationships with customers
* Provide accurate routing information
* Collection and processing of paperwork
* Ensure that all current legislation and regulations are adhered to
Who are we looking for?
The successful Transport Planner will have the experience, skill, and flexible attitude to take on this role and thrive.
* Experience within a traffic planning role is essential
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels, in a professional and polite manner
* IT literate
* Thorough understanding of transport regulations, including drivers’ hours and working time
The Freightroute Group require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. We do not offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,373.20 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Wellingborough: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
* Supply chain: 1 year (preferred)
* Logistics: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 111/24
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