Transport Planner

Staffline Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics group as a Transport Planner in Colchester. This full-time role involves overseeing transport planning, requiring strong organisational and IT skills. Enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities (CPC training)

Onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Loyalty awards for long service

Employee discounts across various brands

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day planning functions of the transport operation.
• Develop effective transport plans.

Skills

Planning

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

Transport Management System (TMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brilliant opportunity to work as a Transport Planner for our client, a leading logistics group operating within the UK transport, warehouse, and fulfilment sector.

Staffline is recruiting a Transport Planner to work in Colchester.

The rate of pay is £32,000-£35,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

This is a full-time role working fixed shifts, and the hours of work are:

• 8am to 6pm

Your Role as a Transport Planner

As a Transport Planner, you will contribute to the success of the transport team by overseeing the day-to-day planning functions of the transport operation.

You should be experienced in working in a fast-paced environment, capable of handling daily challenges to develop effective transport plans.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone with most of the following:

• Experience using a Transport Management System (TMS)
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently to resolve issues and manage workload
• Proven experience in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines calmly
• Effective team player with a collaborative approach
• Solution-focused mindset

Benefits and Additional Information

• Hours: 45 per week, 8am-6pm, Monday to Friday
• Salary: £32,000 rising to £35,000 after probation
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities (CPC training)
• Onsite parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Loyalty awards for long service
• Employee discounts across various brands

Additional Details

Job Ref: 1KIN

About Staffline

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