Transport Planner

Our client is an established UK & IE Logistics Solutions Provider, who due to expansion have an exciting new opportunity available for a Transport Planner. Excellent career progression is available with this growing Company. The successful Transport Planner will have some previous experience of UK Transport movements and come from a freight/logistics industry. Must be able to commute to Colnbrook easily and preferably have their own transport. Employment Terms Alternating Shifts Mon-Fri 06.00-15.00 1 week 10.00-19.00 1 week 1 in 4 Sat Morning on rota Salary £34-38k DOE plus Overtime 20 days holiday plus BH Key Tasks Review booking emails, respond and update the digital planning schedule with any amendments to the routes of pre-schedule vehicles or names of crews and phone numbers each day. Plan and run the day-to-day transport functions, focusing on optimization without compromising customer service. Ensure that all delays/daily issues are communicated to the Solutions & Cargo teams each morning in a timely manner, both verbally and via email. Assist in finalizing all Allocation/Scheduling, providing a final load plan for all vehicles ensuring the most cost-effective utilization. Ensure that all subcontracting is justified before booking and job pricing is obtained at the time of booking. Read or ensure all method statements are read prior to scheduling the jobs and traffic-specific actions are completed accordingly. Check all delivery paperwork, verifying dates, times, special instructions, and equipment required. Perform daily driver briefs and debriefs, including the scanning of all tachos. Assist with any local deliveries if there is a shortage of drivers. Collaborate with the Transport Manager on any investigations / escalations. Core Capabilities Basic Excel, Word, and Outlook skills. Good communication skills are essential. Strong organizational skills are important. Flexibility to adapt to any changing situation. In-depth knowledge of Transport, vehicle routing, scheduling, and geographics of UK/IE. A sound knowledge of “White glove services” would be very beneficial. Purpose : To perform daily tasks within the transport team. Cost-effective scheduling and planning. Plan and respond to specific emails in a timely manner to ensure continuity of service to the client; when required, make key decisions/provide solutions or escalate to their line manager. Key Relationships: Transport Manager Drivers (some being contracted) Warehouse staff Client service and Solutions team Forwarders & Customers

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