Transport Planner

kawazu designs; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Northallerton is seeking a Transport Planner to ensure the safe delivery of products across the UK. This full-time role involves supporting operational tasks, managing systems, and handling customer escalations. A strong background in transport and excellent communication skills are essential, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Flexible dental insurance plans

Company-sponsored pension scheme

24/7 online GP service

Life assurance

Fully comprehensive employee assistance programme

Access to MyBenefits platform

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a transport environment preferred.
• Strong customer service focus with excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility to cover various shift patterns when required.

Responsibilities

• Support planning team with operational requests.
• Monitor Transport Management systems.
• Work with third-party suppliers on system tests.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Flexibility

Transport Management Systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Paragon Routing Software

Job description

Company Description

GXO Logistics Supply Chain Inc.

Job Description

Are you currently working in a transport environment but feel like you've hit a stop sign? Are you looking for a career move where you'll constantly be challenged to grow and develop your skills? Are you ready to take the highway to your next challenge?

Here at GXO Northallerton, we are looking for a Transport Planner to join our busy national planning centre in Northallerton, where you'll ensure the safe delivery of BT products throughout the UK.

You will support the central planning team in completing daily tasks and providing operational cover on a 24/5 basis, with shift patterns that need to be covered when requested.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working Monday to Friday on a rotating shift pattern between 07:00 - 15:00 and 09:00 - 17:00. Occasionally, you may need to cover a night shift, so flexibility is essential.

Pay, Benefits, and More

You will be paid a salary of up to £30,634.50 per annum, with 22 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes flexible dental insurance plans, a company-sponsored pension scheme, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance, and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You will also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, cashback cards, a savings scheme, and much more!

What You'll Do On a Typical Day

• Supporting the planning team with operational requests
• Monitoring and sharing knowledge on Transport Management systems
• Working with third-party suppliers to test upcoming system releases
• Dealing with escalations from customers and internal help desk
• Building knowledge of operational and planning processes to cover for planners during A/L

What You Need To Succeed At GXO

• Previous experience in a transport environment preferred, with drivers' hours knowledge being highly desirable
• Strong customer service focus with excellent communication skills
• Flexibility to cover various shift patterns when required
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel); experience with Paragon routing and scheduling software would be advantageous

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