National Transport Planner

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transport sector is looking for a National Transport Planner to optimize the routing of collections and deliveries across the UK. This key role involves ensuring fleet productivity, achieving KPI targets, and maintaining high service standards while utilizing advanced routing software. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical capabilities and experience in the vehicle recovery industry. A supportive work environment includes numerous benefits such as health plans, generous holiday, and opportunities for professional growth.

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 global company

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Gym discounts

Mortgage Advice and Life Coaching

Qualifications

• Experience in route planning with routing software.
• At least one year using PTV or similar software.
• Ability to achieve or exceed KPI targets.

Responsibilities

• Cost-effective daily route scheduling using PTV Route Optimiser.
• Create daily reports to analyze collection and delivery performance.
• Engage with subcontractors and yards to maintain performance levels.

Skills

Route planning

Analytical skills

Excel

Teamwork skills

Education

CPC Qualification

Tools

PTV Route Optimiser

Apex Rescue and Recovery platform

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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 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 to optimize performance.
• Achieve and surpass 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 with routing software.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to create meaningful Excel reports.
• Experience in achieving or exceeding KPI targets.
• Ability to identify improvements 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.
• At least one year of experience using PTV or similar 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 to volunteer for a charity.
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan for claims on dental, optical, chiropody, and more, plus 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 gym discounts.
• Life Assurance: Life insurance coverage.
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on everyday purchases and activities.
• Goal Support: Tools like Mortgage Advice, Life Coaching, and Money Hub.