Title: Logistics Planner Location: Whittlesey, Peterborough Salary: Competitive Salary Permanent, Full Time Application Deadline: 10/02/2025 We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Whittlesey team in the position of Logistics Planner. Your duties would include but not limited to the following: To efficiently and proactively plan the distribution of Forterra products in order to optimise the utilisation of Forterra’s fleet to meet customer expectations and maximise cost efficiency in line with KPI’s. Planning - Plan ahead (5-day lead time) and optimise driver loads in electronic scheduling system for dedicated depots. Third party work - Identify third party work for spot market and liaise with coordinator to arrange with hauliers KPI’s - schedule in line with KPI’s to meet required loads per day and cost per load targets Problem solving - Resolve any problems as they arise with drivers, customers, sales and transport coordinators. Driving efficiency and cost saving - Minimising empty running Systems - understanding and identifying system errors and timing issues Decision Making - React to urgent loads and changes quickly and professionally. Customer service - Communicate and update relevant stakeholders with progress updates, delivery dates, failed loads or uncovered loads Analyse Reports and System data - Interpret and analyse reports to understand where improvements and efficiencies can be made to planning Communication - To ensure efficient on time processing of deliveries, and constant contact with sales coordinators to maintain customer service levels and sales. About You : Knowledge of transport legislation Strong computer literacy and skills Experience of working with Computerise routing scheduling and resource planning systems Flexible and committed approach and the ability to work rotating shifts between 6- 6 Ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines Effective communication skills, both verbal and written Confident & outgoing personality Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and MS teams What We Can Offer You: Competitive Salary and Benefits package Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution Generous holiday allowance Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members Employee Referral Scheme Service Awards Sharesave Scheme eligibility Holiday Exchange Scheme Financial Wellbeing Program Personal development and opportunities for progression Company Annual Bonus Scheme We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast and the iconic London Brick.Our complete product range comprises of clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving and chimney, roofing, and flue systems. Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects. We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries’ safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.