Transport Planner

This is a full-time role with a choice of AM or Night shift.

• Monday – Friday
• 05:00 – 14:30
• Occasional Saturdays: 07:00 – 10:00 (On a rota system)
• £33,000 per annum

• Monday – Friday
• Hours to be confirmed at interview stage
• £38,000 per annum

• Plan and optimise all deliveries to vehicles, ensuring KPIs are met while maximising efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the night shift warehouse team to meet operational deadlines. Ensure AM network processes, including scanning and checking inbound freight for discrepancies, are completed correctly.
• Oversee vehicle loading to ensure timely departures as per operational schedules.
• Brief drivers on their planned routes, ensuring they have all necessary documentation and EPOD/EDC to comply with network KPIs.
• Conduct seamless handovers to the day/evening planners at the end of each shift to maintain workflow continuity.
• Work closely with various departments to ensure smooth logistics operations while managing relationships with suppliers, customers, and stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
• Utilise software tools such as Word and Outlook for documentation, communication, and compliance tracking.
• Regularly assess transport routes and methods to identify areas for enhancement. Implement initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer service within the transport function.
• Maintain accurate records of transport activities, ensuring adherence to all relevant regulations.

• Proven experience in transport planning or logistics is essential.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills to manage multiple operational aspects effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, fostering teamwork within a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with supply chain management principles and best practices is highly desirable.
• Excellent customer service skills with a focus on building strong professional relationships

You can also speak with a member of our team for more information on the role, or If this position isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on 01938 501445.