National Transport Planner

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the vehicle recovery industry is seeking a National Transport Planner to manage day-to-day routing for their fleet. This role involves optimizing routes using specific software, ensuring KPIs are met, and working closely with subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience in route planning, with various benefits including holiday time, a healthcare plan, and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

23 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Paid day to volunteer for charity

Healthcare Cash Plan

Contributory workplace pension scheme

Discounted shares in the company

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Exclusive Discounts on everyday purchases

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in route planning.
• Strong analytical skills to create meaningful reports.
• Experience in the vehicle recovery industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily routing of collections, deliveries, and returns.
• Achieve and exceed internal KPI targets.
• Create reports to analyze and improve performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Route planning

Teamwork

Proficiency in Excel

Education

CPC Qualification

Experience using PTV or similar routing software

Tools

PTV Route Optimiser

Apex Rescue and Recovery communication platform

Job description

Copart is currently recruiting a National Transport Planner to work as part of our team, based at our office in Bedford.

The National Transport Planner is responsible for managing the efficient and effective day-to-day routing of all Copart’s collections, deliveries, and returns for the entire national fleet of Transporters and the network of sub-contractors.

You will continually review and improve fleet productivity at the most effective cost while ensuring that all customer SLA’s are met or exceeded. This is achieved while maintaining the highest standards of customer service to both our external and internal customers.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Cost-effective daily route scheduling using PTV Route Optimiser.
• Create daily reports to analyze and improve collection and delivery performance & productivity.
• Maintain routing software settings to achieve optimal performance.
• Achieve and exceed internal KPI targets.
• Engage with subcontractors and yards to maintain performance levels.
• Provide monthly reports on MPM, fleet productivity, and driver & sub-haul usage and costs.

Essential attributes

• Experience in route planning using routing software.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to create meaningful Excel reports.
• Experience in achieving or exceeding KPI targets.
• Ability to identify and implement improvements in route scheduling.
• Proficiency in Excel & MS Office.
• Teamwork skills.
• Experience in the vehicle recovery industry.
• Knowledge of Apex Rescue and Recovery communication platform.
• CPC Qualification.
• At least one year of experience using PTV or similar routing software, preferably in a multi-site operation.

What we offer you in return:

• Time For You: 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays and an extra day for personal occasions.
• Give Back: Paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan for claims on healthcare services, including dental, optical, chiropody, and virtual GP access.
• Appreciation: Access to Recognition Hub and E-card collection.
• Your Future: Contributory workplace pension scheme.
• Investment: Discounted shares in our global company.
• Fitness & Health: Cycle to Work Scheme and discounts on fitness and gym memberships.
• Life Assurance: Life insurance coverage.
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on everyday purchases and family activities.
• Goal Support: Tools like Mortgage Advice, Life Coaching, and Money Hub.