Transport Planner

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Burtonwood; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Transport Planner to enhance operational efficiency and deliver exceptional service. In this pivotal role, you will engage in multi-site route planning and foster relationships with customers and drivers. Your expertise in transport planning and geographical knowledge of the UK will be crucial in ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing costs. This opportunity not only offers a competitive salary but also a comprehensive benefits package, including a company pension scheme and private medical insurance. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Company Sponsored Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

24/7 Online GP Service

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

High Street Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Cashback Cards

Saving Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Transport Planner or similar operational role.
• Knowledge of WTD regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Multi-site route planning and driver workload management.
• Monitoring compliance with drivers’ hours and WTD legislation.

Skills

Transport Planning

Geographical Knowledge of the UK

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Relevant Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

GTS/ESP

TMS Applications (Tachomaster, Paragon)

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

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Are you an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next role? Are you looking for that little something extra that will develop your career further? Do you want to work for a recognised employer that supports your career development? If you answered yes, read on!

We’re looking for a Transport Planner to join our team on our City Plumbing Supplies contract in Warrington. Working within a team of two, you will be driving efficiency and reducing cost delivering excellent service to our customer. You’ll be responsible for route planning, along with developing & managing real relationships with customers and drivers. You’ll ensure that our transport department always runs in an efficient and effective manner.

You’ll work on a Monday – Friday basis, 08:00 -16:00, however, some flexibility is required.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £30,000.00 and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Multi-site route planning in GTS/ESP with national driver and vehicle allocation for day and night schedules, for both customer and other on-site operations
• Monitoring WTD in day/week/reference periods to apportion a balanced average, and planning driver workloads ensuring compliance with drivers’ hours and WTD legislation
• Maintaining and planning backhaul schedule with customer and internal GXO suppliers to minimise running costs and maximise revenue
• Working with the Compliance Manager to ensure equipment service intervals are adhered to, workshop movements are planned, and VOR’d fleet is not used
• Presenting information to the site management team encompassing all of the above when required
  
  
  

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Experience of working as a Transport Planner or similar operational role, performing route planning with strong geographical knowledge of the UK
• Knowledge of WTD regulations is essential
• Proficient use of Microsoft and/or Google packages is essential
• Experience using TMS applications such as Tachomaster and Paragon is preferable but not essential
• Strong communicator both written and verbal with attention to detail
  
  
  

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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