Transport Planner - Manchester - Permanent Role
Silver Arrow Recruitment have an opportunity for a Transport Planner on general haulage with a reputable, innovative transport & logistics group based in Manchester.
Your Shift Pattern:
* Monday to Friday,
* Start times between 0600-0999, finish times between 1600-1900
* 1-hour Unpaid Break
Your Pay PAYE
* £35,000 Per Annum
Your job:
* Plan and coordinate the transportation of goods
* Route optimisation
* Scheduling deliveries
* Managing driver assignments
* Ensuring efficient movement of cargo within the company's logistics network
* Seeking ways to minimise transportation costs by optimising routes and load utilisation
* Utilising specialised transport management systems to track shipments, manage driver schedules, and generate reports.
* Designing the most efficient routes for trucks based on factors like distance, traffic conditions, delivery deadlines, and vehicle capacity.
What we need from you:
* Strong geographical knowledge
* Proficiency in transport planning software
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
* Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
* Understanding of road transport regulations
* Experience in logistics or transport industry preferred
Perm Benefits:
* Holiday pay - 4 weeks plus bank holidays. Plus 1 day per year up to 5 extra days max.
At Silver Arrow, our priority is you. We strongly believe in getting to know you and understanding your needs in the hope of building a great working relationship.
Call our recruitment team today on 01925 815048
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