Strategic Transport Planner - Flexible Hours

John Lewis Partnership; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail partnership in Milton Keynes is looking for a Transport Distribution Planner. This key role involves managing the planning of vehicles and stock distribution from distribution centres while ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. You will be responsible for creating transport schedules, planning deliveries, and contributing to cost reduction initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills and experience with Paragon software. Salary ranges from £30,000 to £46,500, with a permanent contract and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Proficient in managing transport schedules and distribution.
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders.
• Experience in logistics and planning.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain strategic transport schedules.
• Plan deliveries across National Distribution Centres and branches.
• Communicate the transport schedule effectively.

Skills

Good working knowledge of IT systems - Microsoft and Google

Paragon software experience

Tools

Crystal Reporting

Job description

A leading retail partnership in Milton Keynes is looking for a Transport Distribution Planner. This key role involves managing the planning of vehicles and stock distribution from distribution centres while ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. You will be responsible for creating transport schedules, planning deliveries, and contributing to cost reduction initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills and experience with Paragon software. Salary ranges from £30,000 to £46,500, with a permanent contract and flexible working options.