Route Planner: Optimize Routes | 25 Days Holiday & Pension

Bidfood UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced transport planner to optimize routing and scheduling for drivers. This role requires excellent geographical knowledge and strong organizational skills to ensure compliance with all regulations and customer requirements. Candidates should have experience with transport planning software and be team players. The position offers a range of benefits, including holidays, pension contributions, life cover, and a health plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension matching up to 6%

Life cover options

Access to confidential support

Health plan for families

Exclusive high street discounts

Access to pay before payday

Qualifications

• Strong organization and decision-making skills are required.
• Experience with transport planning software is essential.
• Knowledge of drivers' hours is important.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing internal software for efficient routing and scheduling of drivers.
• Planning routes to maximize vehicle cases per Depot KPI.
• Liaising with sales to meet customer offerings.

Skills

Excellent geographical knowledge

Experienced in decision making

Strong organizational skills

Good administrative skills

Team player

Experience with Transport Planning Software

Knowledge of drivers' hours

Job description

A leading foodservice provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced transport planner to optimize routing and scheduling for drivers. This role requires excellent geographical knowledge and strong organizational skills to ensure compliance with all regulations and customer requirements. Candidates should have experience with transport planning software and be team players. The position offers a range of benefits, including holidays, pension contributions, life cover, and a health plan.