A successful logistics company based in Cross Hills near Keighley, the business provides customers with transport and distribution solutions across the UK and Europe.
Due to the continued growth and success of the business, the company is now seeking an Experienced Transport Planner to join the existing Transport Planning team. Previous experience in HGV transport planning is essential for this role.
Hours: 46 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, with flexibility to cover the needs of the department, including to cover on call out of hours on a rotation basis.
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 pa. dependent on experience.
Role and Responsibilities of our Transport Planner:
1. Daily planning of routes for over 50 vehicles throughout the UK
2. Communicating with our drivers and customers
3. Planning the loading of trailers for groupage deliveries
4. Using our fleet tracker to plan routes and to optimise fuel efficiency
5. Liaising with our fleet maintenance operations to co-ordinate vehicle and trailer servicing and MOTs
6. Working collaboratively with the Customer Advisors team to resolve issues
Qualifications and Experience of our Transport Planner:
1. Previous experience of the transport and logistics sector is essential
2. 2 years’ experience in a Traffic Office or in a similar role is required
3. Eligibility to work in the UK
Skills and Qualities of our Transport Planner:
1. Excellent geographical knowledge of the UK road network
2. Excellent knowledge of tachograph/Digi-card rules and regulations
3. Proficient use of Microsoft Office and comfortable with learning new and in-house software systems
4. Polite and efficient telephone manners
5. Ability to work collaboratively with others
6. Proactive in resolving and de-escalating issues
7. Flexible and able to work efficiently when under pressure
8. Act as a Company Ambassador by maintaining a customer-focused and professional approach to service delivery at all times.
If you believe that you have the necessary skills to be successful in this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Experience:
* Transport Planning: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
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