Transport Planner

Yolk Recruitment; Barry; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Transport Planner for a prominent construction firm in Wales. The role involves managing distribution queries, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring smooth product delivery. The ideal candidate should have experience in transport planning and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time, on-site position with a competitive salary, life assurance, and employee benefits. Opportunities for career growth exist within an expanding team.

Benefits

Salary up to £33k

Share Saver Scheme

Company Life Assurance Scheme

Employee benefits platform with discounts on high street brands

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Understanding of the construction and transport industries (preferred but not essential).
• Proven experience in transport planning, with a strong grasp of road haulage requirements.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a commitment to high-quality service.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for all distribution-related queries.
• Manage inbound customer calls and emails, process orders.
• Collaborate with Logistics, Commercial, and Production teams.
• Track orders proactively to ensure successful delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Understanding of transport planning

Job description

Transport Planner - £33,000

Yolk Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading company in the construction industry, looking for a Transport Planner to join their team in Treforest. This is an exciting time to grow an expanding team.

What will the role entail:

• Serve as the first point of contact for all distribution-related queries, ensuring smooth and timely delivery of products from quarries and plants across the region.
• Manage inbound customer calls and emails, process orders, and provide updates on distribution status.
• Collaborate with Logistics, Commercial, and Production teams to enhance service efficiency.
• Track orders proactively to ensure successful delivery and resolution of any issues.

What experience will you need:

• Understanding of the construction and transport industries (preferred but not essential).
• Proven experience in transport planning, with a strong grasp of road haulage requirements.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a commitment to high-quality service.

What will you get in return:

• Salary up to £33k
• Monday- Friday fully on site role.
• Share Saver Scheme
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to employee benefits platform with discounts on high street brands.
• Free easy to get to location with onsite parking