Delivery & Logistics Scheduler: OTIF & Fleet Optimisation

STARK Building Materials UK; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Life assurance

34 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Job summary

Jewson, a leading building materials distributor, seeks a Transport Allocator to coordinate delivery networks at our Wimborne site. You will maximise vehicle capacity, ensure on-time deliveries and drive transport efficiency while maintaining compliance with Operator Licence requirements.

The role offers a structured schedule (7am-4:30pm Mon-Fri, plus alternate Saturdays) and opportunities for career growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport planning, logistics coordination or fleet scheduling.
• Strong geographical knowledge and route planning capability.
• Understanding of transport legislation and Operator Licence requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across multiple functions.

Responsibilities

• Allocate and plan customer deliveries to ensure delivery commitments and service levels are achieved.
• Maximise fleet utilisation and delivery capacity while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Work closely with branches to understand customer requirements and manage changing priorities.
• Proactively identify and resolve delivery issues before they impact customers.
• Support the achievement of OTIF (On Time In Full) performance targets.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, branch teams and transport colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Produce efficient daily delivery schedules and vehicle allocations.
• Plan branch transfers, stock movements and inter-branch deliveries in the most cost-effective manner.
• Monitor fleet capacity and recommend opportunities to improve utilisation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery performance and transport efficiency.
• Assist with analysis of failed, delayed or compromised deliveries and identify corrective actions.
• Ensure transport operations are conducted in accordance with Operator Licence requirements and relevant legislation.
• Maintain accurate records and support transport compliance audits.
• Collaborate with neighbouring clusters and transport teams to optimise resource availability and customer outcomes.
• Maintain accurate information across all transport systems, databases and reporting tools.
• Produce and support reporting on transport KPIs and operational performance.
• Support the Local Transport Manager with planning analysis, capacity reviews and network optimisation.
• Ensure transport-related documentation is completed, stored and maintained appropriately.
• Support regional and divisional initiatives relating to transport, compliance and operational excellence
• Escalates significant customer service, compliance or capacity risks to the Local Transport Manager.
• Monitor and promote effective use of Delivery Management Systems and transport processes.
• Escalate compliance, vehicle or driver concerns appropriately.
• Support the business in maintaining high standards of safety, wellbeing and environmental performance.
• Ensure all transport administration is completed accurately and within required timescales.
• Promote a positive safety culture and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Skills

Transport planning

Route planning

Operator Licence knowledge

Organisation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent working

Tools

Delivery Management Systems

Transport management systems

Job description

Jewson, a leading building materials distributor, seeks a Transport Allocator to coordinate delivery networks at our Wimborne site. You will maximise vehicle capacity, ensure on-time deliveries and drive transport efficiency while maintaining compliance with Operator Licence requirements.

The role offers a structured schedule (7am-4:30pm Mon-Fri, plus alternate Saturdays) and opportunities for career growth within a supportive team.