Transport Allocator Planner

Jewson; Launceston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Life Assurance

Pension plan

Reward Gateway discounts

Cycle to Work

Benenden Healthcare

Job summary

Jewson is hiring a Transport Allocator in Launceston. You will allocate deliveries, maximise fleet capacity, and ensure compliance with transport legislation while supporting continuous improvement in transport operations.

The role offers a competitive salary, staff discounts, life assurance, and 34 days holiday. The position is full time with standard weekday hours and occasional Saturday shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning and logistics coordination.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and transport management systems.

Responsibilities

• Allocate and plan customer deliveries to meet commitments.
• Maximise fleet utilisation while maintaining efficiency.
• Collaborate with branches to understand requirements and priorities.
• Identify and resolve delivery issues before they impact customers.
• Communicate with drivers and branch teams for smooth daily operations.
• Create efficient daily delivery schedules and vehicle allocations.
• Plan transfers and inter-branch deliveries cost-effectively.

Skills

Transport planning

Logistics coordination

Fleet scheduling

Microsoft Office

Transport Management System

Tools

Transport Management System

Job description

Jewson, a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, is on the hunt for a Transport Allocator to join our growing branch, in Launceston!

As a Transport Allocator, you will play a key role in delivering excellent customer service by maximising vehicle capacity, maintaining compliance with transport legislation and Operator Licence requirements, and supporting continuous improvement across transport operations.

We provide a fulfilling and enjoyable work environment with ample opportunities for career growth, along with a competitive salary, staff discount, life assurance, and 34 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).

Working Hours

This is a full time role working Monday to Friday, 7:00-16:30 and every other Saturday, from 8:00-12:00.

Location

• Newport Industrial Estate
• Lauceston
• PL15 8EX

Key Responsibilities

• Allocate and plan customer deliveries to ensure delivery commitments and service levels are achieved.
• Maximise fleet utilisation and delivery capacity while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Work closely with branches to understand customer requirements and manage changing priorities.
• Proactively identify and resolve delivery issues before they impact customers.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, branch teams and transport colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Produce efficient daily delivery schedules and vehicle allocations.
• Plan branch transfers, stock movements and inter-branch deliveries in the most cost-effective manner.
• Assist with analysis of failed, delayed or compromised deliveries and identify corrective actions.
• Ensure transport operations are conducted in accordance with Operator Licence requirements and relevant legislation.
• Maintain accurate information across all transport systems, databases and reporting tools.
• Monitor and promote effective use of Delivery Management Systems and transport processes.
• Escalate compliance, vehicle or driver concerns appropriately.
• Support the business in maintaining high standards of safety, wellbeing and environmental performance.

What Were Looking For

• Previous experience in transport planning, logistics coordination or fleet scheduling, is desirable
• Understanding of transport legislation and Operator Licence requirements, is desirable
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and transport management systems.

What’s in It For You

• Competitive Basic Salary
• Performance Related Bonus
• 34 days holiday per year
• Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) – with Legal & General
• Life Assurance
• Work Perks – A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway
• Aviva Digicare + Workplace App (Access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, Mental Health consultation, bereavement service, nutritional consultation)
• Voluntary company benefits such as Car Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Wellbeing Centre via Work Perks

Why Choose Us

• Quality- We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations.
• Supportive Environment-Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel.
• Professional Development-We are invested in your success! Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programs designed to elevate your career.