Junior Transport Planner
St Helens
£27,000 - £30,000 (depending on experience)
Monday – Friday, 37.5 Hours
As a Transport Planner, you'll play a pivotal role in our operations, overseeing the strategic deployment and routing of delivery vehicles nationwide. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations, optimising resource allocation, and driving cost reductions while maintaining exceptional service levels.
The Candidate;
Previous experience of working within a fast paced transport office
Previous transport planning experience within a multi-drop operation is desirable
Manual route planning experience with previous experience of planning for sub contractors is desirable
A background within retail or FMCG route planning is highly desirable
Proficiency in transport operating systems and tachograph regulations.
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
Strong customer service skills within a logistics operation
Must have excellent geographical knowledge
Previous experience within a fast paced transport planning position
A strong knowledge of tachograph regulations
Strong administrative skills
Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
Competent decision making
Duties and Responsibilities;
Plan and allocate workloads, ensuring adherence to drivers' hours and working time regulations.
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