Lead Transport Planner: Route Optimization & Team Lead

SRC Aggregates; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aggregates company in the UK is seeking a Transport Planner to ensure efficient planning and execution of transport orders. Responsibilities include optimizing fleet routes, managing relationships with team members and customers, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate is committed, organized, and possesses strong analytical skills. The role involves monitoring performance and delivering exceptional customer service, offering a competitive salary based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, confident, and resilient with a commitment to succeed.
• Responsible with solid organizational skills.
• Commercially astute with a high degree of numeracy.

Responsibilities

• Optimize route planning to improve fleet efficiency.
• Promote team enthusiasm and achieve departmental KPIs.
• Ensure timely communication with customers regarding their requirements.
• Monitor driver and vehicle progress throughout the day.
• Lead by example to achieve results and share best practices.

Skills

Organizational skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical thinking

IT knowledge

Teamwork

Job description

A leading aggregates company in the UK is seeking a Transport Planner to ensure efficient planning and execution of transport orders. Responsibilities include optimizing fleet routes, managing relationships with team members and customers, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate is committed, organized, and possesses strong analytical skills. The role involves monitoring performance and delivering exceptional customer service, offering a competitive salary based on skills and experience.