Transport Planner

Great Bear; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Transport Planner for their Stoke on Trent site on a full-time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will manage transport operations, ensuring efficient planning and communication. The position offers a competitive salary of £30,500, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

4% employee and employer pension contributions

Life Assurance: 2x annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 support

Discounts on eye tests and glasses

Employee recognition programs

Access to retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Expertise in transport planning within a busy environment.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day planning of the transport operation.
• Plan daily workload for a fleet of vehicles.
• Liaise with Traffic and Administration teams for high performance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Tools

SAP

BPCS

Road Runner

Job description

Our Stoke on Trent site is now recruiting for a Transport Planner to join their friendly team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Salary: £30,500 per annum.

Working hours: Any 5 in 7 days, 5am-1pm/1pm-9pm rotating.

As a Transport Planner, you will oversee the day-to-day planning of the transport operation. A highly motivated and driven individual, you will be experienced in working in a busy transport department, able to handle daily challenges and provide cost-effective solutions to the customer.

Key Duties of a Transport Planner:

• Subcontracting and planning orders from multiple warehouse facilities and manufacturing sites across the UK.
• Planning daily workload for a fleet of vehicles based on and off-site.
• Dealing with queries and issues via telephone, fax, and email from customers, subcontractors, and warehousing sites.
• Liaising with Traffic and Administration teams to ensure high standards of performance.
• Maintaining, creating, and updating spreadsheets and databases for customer reports.
• Reporting problems and resolving issues and queries.
• Supporting the fleet and driver training teams as needed.
• Completing pre- and post-debriefs for all driver shifts.
• Delivering effective, professional, and timely internal and external communications.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrable expertise in transport planning within a busy environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure and within tight timescales.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to meet business needs, especially during peak periods.
• Good communication skills at all levels within the organization.
• Ability to identify and suggest improvements for the benefit of the company and customers.
• Motivated, team-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Knowledge of SAP, BPCS, and Road Runner is advantageous.

Additional Information:

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. Our employee development programs are designed to help you shape your future in logistics and foster a positive team culture.

Our benefits include:

• Annual Leave: 28 days inclusive of bank holidays.
• Pension Scheme: 4% employee and 4% employer contributions.
• Life Assurance: 2x your annual salary.
• Wellness: Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 confidential support.
• Eye Care Vouchers: Discounts on eye tests and glasses.
• Reward & Recognition: Employee of the Month/Year, long service awards.
• Discounts: Access to over 50 retailer discounts via our benefit platform.

If you meet the requirements and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and join our #WinningTeam!