At Gregory Distribution, we are currently seeking a Transport Planner in our busy client site in Wakefield.
The position of Transport Planner involves:
* Planning and organising the activities of the Transport Operation, including deliveries and collections nationwide.
* Planning loads using a fleet of articulated vehicles.
* Ensuring deliveries and collections are completed as per customer requirements whilst also monitoring KPI for delivery on time, shift revenue, and vehicle utilisation.
* Managing and de-briefing drivers on a daily/weekly basis.
* Liaising with the warehouse and on-site shunter to ensure that trailers and vehicles are available when required.
* Ensuring vehicle checks and defects are completed and recorded via Vehicle Check App.
* Communicating collection times and delivery bookings with both internal and external customers.
* Meeting on a regular basis with Line Managers to ensure that we are operating efficiently.
* Identifying and developing additional areas where we can add value to the contract.
* Ensuring that all contracted work is booked through our internal department and in line with customers’ expectations.
* Meeting daily revenue KPI Targets and reporting to the Transport Manager on a weekly basis.
* Ensuring that all TMS systems relating to the contracted deliveries are updated and monitored.
* General administration duties to include filing, photocopying, and data input.
* Adhering to policies and procedures within the Business Area.
Essential skills required for Transport Planner:
* Previous experience of working within a similar role in the retail sector of the logistics industry would be advantageous but not necessary.
* Strong geographical knowledge required.
* Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
* Excellent organisational skills and prioritising workload.
* Able to work to deadlines.
* Able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
* Proficient in MS packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Why Gregory Distribution?
* Salary for Transport Planner is between £32,000 - £35,000, depending on experience.
* Hours of work are Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00, Saturday cover as and when required.
* Retail discounts with Hapi.
* Retail Trust Wellbeing Support.
* Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
* Excellent holiday allowance and company benefits.
* Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme.
* Christmas Savings Club.
* Leading industry qualifications.
* This vacancy is not entitled to the employee referral scheme.
* Free Uniform.
* Strong culture of teamwork.
So if you have the drive to be the best and want to be a part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now for this vacancy.
Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.
The Gregory Group requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at the interview stage.
Interested applicants for the Transport Planner position should click the apply button below. For any queries in relation to the vacancy please contact our Recruitment Team.
External Website Applications: You will be redirected to the Gregory Distribution Website where you can apply for this vacancy. You will be asked to complete a short application form and will receive email confirmation when it has been submitted.
Note to recruitment agencies: We prefer to recruit direct, but we do have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need a helping hand. We’ll be in touch if we need you.
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