Transport Planner

Northampton Business Directory; Daventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a well-organised and self-motivated individual passionate about transport planning. This role involves managing a commercial vehicle fleet and third-party resources in a dynamic environment. You will work closely with a supportive team and a knowledgeable Transport Supervisor to ensure operational efficiency and excellent customer service. Ideal for someone eager to contribute to the recycling industry, this position offers a chance to develop your skills in transport management while working in a fast-paced office setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning, preferably in the recycling industry.
• Strong financial knowledge related to vehicle and driver costings.

Responsibilities

• Manage drivers and subcontractors remotely.
• Produce daily planning schedules and assist with operational duties.
• Ensure excellent customer service and compliance with company policies.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Self-motivation

Communication Skills

PC Skills (Microsoft Office)

Transport Planning Experience

KPI Reporting

Job description

We are seeking a well-organised and self-motivated person with a passion for transport planning and an interest in working within the recycling industry.

This position is responsible for planning and managing a designated region of our own commercial vehicle fleet and supportive third-party resources, working closely to defined transport budgets and targets.

Working in Daventry, the successful candidate will be part of a dedicated team, under the supervision of a knowledgeable and supportive Transport Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage drivers & subcontractors remotely.
2. Produce and deliver a daily planning schedule.
3. Review and develop work volumes and fleet resource requirements.
4. Liaise with depot operations management.
5. Assist with other day-to-day operational duties and problem solving.
6. Provide a high level of professional service to ensure that orders are fulfilled and that excellent customer service is provided at all times.
7. Report to the Transport Supervisor and Office Managers.
8. Perform such other duties as the Company may from time to time reasonably require.
9. Comply with all Company policies related to Code of Conduct, Environmental, Health and Safety, and Community.

Key Skills / Competencies

• Exceptional organisational skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, ambitious, flexible, and adaptable.
• Works with integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced office environment and cope with pressurised circumstances.
• Experienced at managing and developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Team player with the ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent PC skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Experience of Transport Planning, preferably within the recycling industry.
• Experience of KPI reporting to explain performance and identify areas for improvement.

Qualifications / Knowledge

• UK Geographical knowledge.
• Financial knowledge in vehicle and driver costings.
• Knowledge of providing transport freight quotations.