National Transport Planner

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

Job summary

A leading company in the transport sector is seeking a National Transport Planner. In this role, you will manage the daily routing of collections, deliveries and returns, ensuring optimal fleet productivity while exceeding customer service standards. Ideal candidates will have experience with routing software and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

23 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Paid day to volunteer for a charity

Healthcare Cash Plan

Contributory workplace pension scheme

Discounted shares in the company

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life insurance coverage

Exclusive discounts on everyday purchases

Qualifications

• One year of experience with PTV or similar software in multi-site operations.
• Experience in route planning and exceeding KPI targets.
• Strong analytical skills and proficient in Excel for report generation.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily routing of collections, deliveries, and returns.
• Optimize fleet productivity while exceeding customer SLA’s.
• Engage with subcontractors to maintain performance standards.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Teamwork Skills

Proficiency in Excel

Experience with routing software

Education

CPC Qualification

Experience with PTV or similar software

Tools

PTV Route Optimiser

Excel

MS Office

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 review and optimize fleet productivity at the most effective cost, ensuring all customer SLA’s are met or exceeded, while maintaining high standards of customer service for both external and internal clients.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

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

Essential Attributes

• Experience in route planning with routing software.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to create meaningful Excel reports.
• Experience in achieving or exceeding KPI targets.
• Ability to identify improvement opportunities in route scheduling.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office.
• Teamwork skills.
• Experience in the vehicle recovery industry.
• Knowledge of Apex Rescue and Recovery platform.
• CPC Qualification.
• One year experience with PTV or similar software, preferably in multi-site operations.

What We Offer

• 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.
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan for various health services and Virtual GP access.
• Appreciating You & Others: 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 gym discounts.
• 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.