Transport Planner

Workchain; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading builders merchant in the UK is seeking a Transport Planner for a temporary to permanent role. Responsibilities include planning and coordinating transport schedules, communicating with drivers and clients, and monitoring operations. Ideal candidates will have experience in transport planning and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers a pay rate of £13.00 per hour, with shifts from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Paid every Wednesday

Visible to local employers

Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport planning.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating transport schedules.
• Communicating with drivers and clients for delivery routes.
• Tracking and monitoring transport operations.
• Resolving issues or delays in delivery schedules.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of transportation regulations

Job description

Transport Planner – Tipton – Temporary – Driving Industry

This is a temporary to permanent contract for a client in a leading builders merchant. Start times are at 08:00 – 16:00.

Monday to Friday.

A mixture of work, planning somewhat manually and also using computer software to assist. General office duties and spreadsheet tasks, confidence to work independently and also to work alongside the transport manager on site as well. Some previous experience required of planning or working in a merchant is preferred but not essential.

Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour.

Job Benefits

• Paid every Wednesday
• Visible to local employers

Job Shift Type: Days

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating transport schedules
• Communicating with drivers and clients to ensure efficient delivery routes
• Tracking and monitoring transport operations
• Resolving any issues or delays in delivery schedules

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport planning
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and logistics

To apply for this role, please visit workchain.co.uk and complete the online application form.