Company description:
XPO, Inc
Job description:
Logistics done differently
Ready for a change? Looking for a role that you can develop into? Ready to join a site as it grows? We are looking for someone like you. We’re currently recruiting for a Transport Planner to be based at our site in Ketton, Near Stamford on our contract with Heidelberg. This is part of a busy transport operation, covering Mon to Fri, 7am to 4pm. Flexibility is required as the operation runs from 06:00 to 17:30, so absence cover may be necessary.
Pay, benefits and more:
We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £30,000 per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension, and many other perks.
What you’ll do on a typical day:
1. Create the daily transport plan and allocate work against the carrier as per the plan.
2. Plan all stock and material movements between sites and oversee backhaul shipments.
3. Ensure all processes and procedures are followed and that we operate a safe and efficient environment.
4. Respond to Teams messages/emails and take calls.
5. Allocate/consign customer loads using SAP/WTS systems.
6. Provide end-of-shift handover and tracking information to customers.
7. Attend daily planning calls.
What you need to succeed at XPO:
1. Exposure to working in a fast-paced environment.
2. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
3. Experience within transport and a good understanding of compliance and driver hours would be beneficial.
We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed and empowered. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart, and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
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