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Transport Planner

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Gillingham, Kent ME7 2NY

Salary

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Transport Planner position in Rochester offers a competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £33,000, depending on experience and attitude.
  • The role requires a strong logistics background and recent experience in a similar position.
  • Working hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, with one Saturday morning shift every three weeks.
  • Candidates must possess excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • This is an opportunity to join a market leader in the industry with potential for career development.

Transport Planner     

Rochester 

28k-33k – competitive salary dependent on experience & attitude

Monday to Friday 9:00am - 7:00pm (1 in 3 Saturday mornings) 

Do you have a strong Logistics background? 

Are you passionate about your career and looking for a company where hard work is rewarded?

I am currently seeking a well organised, dynamic, Transport candidate with a strong background in UK Planning. 

This role is a vital position within the team and requires a committed, hard working applicantwith the ability to solve problems effectively, and an interest in progression for the right person. You will be an active, hands-on member of the team, dealing daily with the fleet of drivers whilst ensuring the planning is done in the most cost effective and quickest way.

Duties for this role include:

  • UK planning for a fleet of HGV vehicles in the quickest and most cost effective manner
  • Liaising with drivers daily regarding delivery updates
  • Day to day communication with customers 
  • Liaising with other departments where necessary
  • Updating the TMS daily 
  • Keeping up to date on any failed or late deliveries 
  • Other ad hoc administrative duties 

The successful candidate will have/be:

  • Recent experience working within a similar role
  • Excellent communication skills
  • The ability to work well alone as well as within a team
  • Flexible working hours
  • A proactive approach to work and have the ability to think on their feet

This presents an excellent chance to become part of a market leader within the industry.

You will be joining an established team, where there is genuine opportunity to develop your career, potentially undertaking further responsibility in your role!

If you think you fulfil the criteria mentioned, please submit your CV for prompt consideration!

This role is being handled by Sam Hasler, Transport, Logistics & Distribution Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.