Transport & Logistics Planner - Saint-Gobain Roofspace, Alcester
At Roofspace, part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland, we're proud to be industry leaders in prefabricated roofs and houses. Right now, we're looking for a super-organised, efficiency-driven Transport & Logistics Planner to help us keep the wheels turning (literally!).
Based in our Alcester office, this role is all about coordination, problem-solving, and making sure our products arrive where they need to be, on time, every time.
What's in it for you?This isn't just a job-it's your chance to be part of a fun, forward-thinking team, working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You'll juggle logistics, schedules, and suppliers to deliver outstanding service to our customers, all while contributing to the growth of a market-leading business.
What we're looking for:
We need someone who thrives on challenges and is ready to adapt to an ever-changing environment. If this sounds like you, here's what will help you excel in this role:
- Quick thinking & adaptability - You can solve problems on the fly and keep your cool under pressure.
- Strong communication - Juggling internal and external stakeholders? No problem.
- Organisational wizardry - Balancing schedules, suppliers, and departments is your forte.
- Essential skills:
- Logistics planning or scheduling experience (bonus points if you've done it before!)
- PC literate: Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Attention to detail is key
- Solid numeracy and literacy skills
- Team player with initiative to work independently.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
What you'll be doing:
As a Transport & Logistics Planner, your mission is to ensure the smooth and safe delivery of our products to customers, balancing production timelines, third-party logistics, and customer expectations. Every day will bring new challenges and opportunities to make a difference.
Here's a snapshot of your responsibilities:
- Coordinating with yard, operations, and production teams to ensure deliveries run like clockwork.
- Managing daily schedules, loading plans, and updates to reflect changes in real-time.
- Booking transport and cranes, liaising with suppliers to resolve delivery issues.
- Monitoring and improving logistics efficiency to drive cost savings and enhance service quality.
- Acting as the main point of contact for hauliers, crane companies, and customer delivery queries.
- Preparing detailed loading plans for safe, efficient yard operations.
- Maintaining up-to-date delivery and performance stats, and assisting with stocktakes as needed.
- Continuously looking for ways to improve processes and reduce waste.
If you're someone who thrives in a busy, ever-changing environment and loves making things run smoothly, we want to hear from you!
Why Roofspace?
At Roofspace, we don't just build roofs and houses-we build careers. As part of the global Saint-Gobain family, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and making a real impact in an innovative industry.
Ready to plan your next career move with us? Apply today!