Transport Network Planner

DHL Supply Chain; Worksop; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Worksop is seeking a Transport Planner to manage and improve transport network efficiency. Responsibilities include delivering network transport plans, ensuring KPI compliance, and using planning software. Ideal candidates will have experience in route planning, strong analytical skills, and ability to work under pressure. Competitive salary with benefits including generous leave and pension scheme.

Benefits

23.5 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Free 24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Previous experience in route planning across a Transport Network of different sites and customers is essential.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills are essential.
• Must be able to work well under pressure, whilst meeting strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the delivery of efficient and profitable network transport plans.
• Ensuring that network KPI's are met and customer SLA's are exceeded.
• Use of ConnectTMS - building loads, creating routes and allocating vehicles within planning deadlines.

Skills

Route planning experience

Problem-solving skills

Strong IT skills

Analytical skills

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Office

ConnectTMS

Job description

Overview

Pay Rate: £34,850.00 + 10% night shift premium (total combined is £38,335.00). Grade: RCS M. Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time). Shift patterns: 4 on, 4 off Night Shift 7pm - 7am. Location: S80 3EG - Worksop

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Responsible for the delivery of efficient and profitable network transport plans.
• Ensuring that network KPI's are met and customer SLA's are exceeded.
• Use of ConnectTMS - a bespoke software, building loads, creating routes and allocating vehicles within planning deadlines.
• Ensuring continuous improvement of the transport network, increasing customer satisfaction and improving the cost effectiveness of transport and planned routes.
• Working with a range of departments and people at different levels in transport, warehouse, as well as end point customers and DHL customers.

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Previous experience in route planning across a Transport Network of different sites and customers is essential
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills are essential
• Must be able to work well under pressure, whilst meeting strict deadlines
• Strong IT skills are essential, using Microsoft Office and Teams. Previous experience of planning systems is advantageous

WHY JOIN US?

• 23.5 days annual leave
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

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