Transport Planner
Location Deeside
Salary Negotiable + pension + 26 days holiday + bank holidays +benefits
Hours Mon – Friday day time
A genuinely superb & quite unique opportunity for a Transport Manager to join a market leading business to help setting up and shaping a department.
The Job:
* Working closely with the Warehouse and Logistics Managers ensure operations are efficient and cost effective.
* Analyse and optimize transport routes to minimize costs, time, and environmental impact.
* Collaborate with third-party transport providers, negotiating contracts and monitoring their performance.
* Work closely with the warehouse, supply chain, and customer service teams to ensure seamless coordination across departments.
* Monitor transport expenses, seek cost-saving opportunities, and prepare budgets for transport operations.
The Person:
* Experience gained in a similar role ideally working with 3PL
* Positive, friendly, good communication skills and a desire to learn, grow and develop.
* Experience in coordinating and optimizing transportation logistics, including route planning and fleet management.
* Familiarity with transport regulations and compliance standards at local, national, and international levels.
* Practical experience with transport management systems (TMS) and route optimization tools an advantage.
* May suit a transport coordinator or similar seeking a step up.
To apply please send CV to Tim Fawcett at Control Recruitment Solutions or call the office number