Transport Planner

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Transport Planner to join their dynamic team in Aintree. This permanent role involves planning efficient and cost-effective routes while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have over two years of experience in transport planning, excellent communication skills, and a strong customer service orientation. You'll work closely with drivers and internal teams to optimize transportation costs and improve service delivery. Join a company that prioritizes your needs and fosters a collaborative working environment where your contributions make a real impact.

Benefits

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in transport planning within general haulage.
• Strong communication and IT skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan efficient routes based on traffic and vehicle capacity.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with drivers for timely deliveries.

Skills

Transport Planning

Communication Skills

Customer Service

IT Skills

Route Optimization

Job description

Job Description

Transport Planner - 2 Years Experience Required - Aintree- Permanent Role

Salary: £32,000 per annum

Tuesday to Saturday, 0800am/1000am - 1700pm/1900pm

Silver Arrow require a Transport Planner to work for a General Haulage Transport Company based in the Aintree area.

Your Role:

• Plan efficient and cost-effective routes considering factors like traffic, distances, and vehicle capacity.
• Must have previous experience of day-to-day operations planning routes/drivers.
• Ensure all transportation activities comply with relevant regulations, safety standards, and licensing requirements.
• Communicate with drivers, providing route instructions, addressing issues, and ensuring timely and safe transportation.
• Seeking ways to minimise transportation costs by optimising routes and load utilisation.
• Liaise with internal teams and external customers to provide accurate updates on delivery schedules and address any issues that may arise.
• Completing all details and planning in system.

What we need from you:

• Previous experience in a general haulage transport planning role (2+ years).
• Excellent communication and IT skills.
• Excellent customer service standards.
• Good knowledge of driving hours/breaks required.
• Be able to adapt to change within a busy working transport office & prioritise workloads.
• Ability to commute to Liverpool.

Perm Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free on-site parking

At Silver Arrow, our priority is you. We strongly believe in getting to know you and understanding your needs in the hope of building a great working relationship.