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Transport Planner - Urgent

Strive Supply Chain
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Purfleet-On-Thames, Essex RM19 1NA, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Strive Supply Chain is seeking a Transport Shift Planner for a well-established distribution company in Purfleet, offering a salary of £36,000 plus benefits and prospects.
  • The role requires previous experience as a Transport Planner, with a focus on efficiently planning driver delivery schedules and managing the delivery operation process.
  • Candidates must possess strong organizational skills, effective communication abilities, and knowledge of transport legislation including WTD and Drivers Hours.
  • The position involves working a flexible 42-hour week based on a 3-week shift pattern, including night shifts from Monday to Friday.
  • This is an exciting opportunity to join a major distribution success story in the UK, and applications are welcomed for immediate consideration.

Strive are a UK wide Supply Chain & Logistics management recruiter. Please visit strive . co . uk for additional roles across engineering, production, warehouse & transport operations

Strive Supply Chain is thrilled to partner with a well established distribution company with a network of depots across the UK and Ireland.

The client:

A very well established, medium sized organisation who always put their customers first and utilise their expertise in transport and logistics. They operate a modern fleet of over 180 vehicles, equipped with the latest safety and tracking technology, and adhere to the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Transport Shift Planner - £36k + Bens + Prospects

Purfleet

Shift: Based on a 3 week pattern (42hour week) that requires flexibility across days and nights on a 24/7 operation. Note that the night shift will be Monday to Friday.

Average of 42 hours working per week - 31.5 in week 1 , 42 in week 2, 52.5 In week 3.

Transport Planner Role summary:

  • The role entails the efficient planning of drivers delivery schedule and updating plans to fit the business’ needs.
  • Manage the delivery operation process efficiently from order acceptance to order invoice
  • Daily input of KPIs, delivery and collection issues, preparing paperwork
  • Provide the best customer satisfaction with prompt response and drive Innovation in efficiency and cost effectiveness
  • Prioritise workload and deal with a demanding transport plan, planning for multiple customers for next day and same day deliveries
  • Meet transport legislation commitments
  • Monitor fleet maintenance requirements and liaise with the Fleet Department
  • Liaise with Customers to help facilitate best practice for them

Experience needed in the role of Transport Planner:

  • Previous experience as a Transport Planner role essential
  • Organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks using your own initiative at the same time
  • Strong communication and customer service skills, both written and verbal
  • Knowledge of the WTD, Drivers Hours, Tachograph and Transport legislation
  • Ability to prioritize own workload but also be able to work as part of a team
  • Must have an analytical skill, with a high level of attention to detail
  • Conversant in IT skills e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and CRM systems.

This is a fantastic opportunity - we look forward to your application.

Apply now for immediate consideration to join one of the UK’s major Distribution success stories.

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