Route Planner
Telford
Permanent
Salary GBP25,000 - GBP27,000 depending on experience
Monday to Friday 40 hrs per week 5:30am till 2:30pm
We are working with a leading logistics company who are looking for a Route Planner to join their friendly team. As their new Route Planner, you will be responsible for planning daily, local routes for HGVs and other vehicles. Other duties will include answering emails, answering incoming calls, providing quotes, and office administration.
This role will suit someone who has previous route planning experience or someone who is interested in securing their first transport planning role and wants to expand their skillset!
The Route Planner will be responsible for:
* Planning daily routes for HGVs and other vehicles
* Utilising geographical, fuel efficiency and weight knowledge to plan the most effective and efficient routes
* Communicating with drivers and support where needed
* Organising the flow of incoming emails
* Dealing with customer queries
* Answering calls and providing customer support
* Administration duties
Skills and Experience
* Route planning experience is ideal but not essential
* Previous experience or interest within a transport or logistics role
* Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
* Good telephone and communication skills
* Computer literate
* This role would suit a candidate with previous experience as a Transport Planner / Route Planner / Transport Route Planner / Transport Planning Coordinator / Logistics Planner / Route Coordinator
About Us
Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Whether you’re seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract you’ll find us easy to deal with. Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales. Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment. With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you.
Reference: GJ26483
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