National Transport Planner

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

Job summary

A leading company is searching for a National Transport Planner to manage routing and improve fleet productivity at their office in Bedford. This role involves strategic scheduling, analytical reporting, and liaising with subcontractors to ensure KPIs are met and customer service standards are maintained. Attractive benefits include 23 days holiday, health and wellness support, and pension contributions.

Benefits

23 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Paid day off for volunteering

Healthcare Cash Plan

Contributory workplace pension scheme

Discounted shares in the company

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life insurance coverage

Discounts on purchases

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience using PTV or similar routing software.
• Ability to create meaningful Excel reports.
• Proven track record of achieving/exceeding KPI targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily route scheduling for collections and deliveries.
• Create and maintain reports on performance and productivity.
• Engage with subcontractors to optimize performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Route planning

Communication

Excel proficiency

Team player

Education

CPC Qualification

Experience with routing software

Tools

PTV Route Optimiser

MS Office

Apex Rescue and Recovery

Job description

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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, ensuring that all customer SLA’s are met or exceeded, while maintaining high standards of customer service for both 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 and productivity.
• Maintain routing software settings for 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.
• Proven track record of achieving or exceeding KPI targets.
• Ability to identify improvements in route scheduling and implement them.
• Proficient in Excel & MS Office packages.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Experience in the vehicle recovery industry.
• Knowledge of Apex Rescue and Recovery communication platform.
• CPC Qualified.
• At least one year of experience using PTV or similar routing software, preferably in a multi-site operation.

What we offer in return:

• Time For You: 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays and an extra day for personal occasions.
• Give Back: Paid day off to volunteer for a charity.
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan covering dental, optical, chiropody, tests, scans, and Virtual GP.
• Appreciation: 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 access to fitness resources.
• Life Assurance: Life insurance coverage.
• Discounts: Savings on everyday purchases and family activities.
• Goal Support: Mortgage Advice, Life Coaching, and Money Hub tools.