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- Annual Salary: £28,000-£30,000
- Location: Derby, DE21
- Job Type: Full-time
Reed is collaborating with one of the UK's largest independent surfacing contractor, renowned for its commitment to excellence and a collaborative team environment. We are looking for a Transport Planner to enhance our Operations team by managing the daily route planning of our transport fleet, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and safety.
Day-to-day of the role:- Manage the planning, routing, and logistics of Low Loaders and Sprayers to optimise fleet efficiency.
- Proactively address changes in demand to adjust transport plans accordingly.
- Ensure effective communication of transport plans to all relevant parties.
- Coordinate daily store runs for equipment refueling at various sites.
- Negotiate with external transport suppliers to ensure adequate coverage at optimal rates.
- Oversee scheduling of inspections, MOTs, servicing, and manage driver schedules including holidays.
- Identify and address operational challenges and risks, and seek opportunities to enhance transport efficiency.
- Maintain accurate records in the haulage register for all externally sourced transport services.
- Handle inquiries via phone and email promptly and efficiently.
- Continuously seek improvements in transport operations and update internal systems with fleet and plant records.
- Prepare transportation planning reports and provide general administrative support for the Transport department.
- Participate in the ‘Out of Hours’ rota, requiring on-call availability from 18:00-23:00 on a rotational basis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong computer skills.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise, and meet tight deadlines under pressure.
- A diligent, conscientious, and analytical approach to tasks.
- High standard of administration skills with systematic yet flexible planning capabilities.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement innovative business practices.
- Generous leave entitlement including 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy and sell leave.
- A range of People First Initiatives such as Cycle to Work Scheme, Birthday Bonus, Discount Portal, Company Social Events, Saving Scheme, and Life Assurance.
- Family-focused benefits including Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme supporting both personal and professional wellbeing.
- Eligibility for performance-based bonuses.
- Employee Referral Scheme rewarding the introduction of new team members.
- Opportunities to participate in an Employee Volunteering Programme.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment with opportunities for career progression.
Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! APPLY TODAY! Call Dale @ Reed – Nottingham!!
