Transport Planner

Uniserve Group; Tilbury; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Uniserve Group is seeking a Transport Planner to enhance logistics operations. In this permanent, full-time role, you'll develop transport plans, work with key stakeholders, and drive efficiency across the supply network. A commitment to safety and strong planning skills are crucial for success.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Pension Scheme

Annual Salary Review

Free Eye Test and Glasses Vouchers

Interest-Free Company Loan

Free On-Site Parking

Cycle to work scheme

Referral Bonus £750

Annual Flu Jabs

Electric Vehicle Charging Points

Supply Chain Academy Education Courses

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy transport office managing drivers.
• Flexibility with working hours required.
• A strong work ethic and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise transport plans to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor and analyse KPIs for transport efficiency.
• Collaborate with operations, sales, and external partners.

Skills

Planning nationwide groupage multidrop operations

Knowledge of fleet operations

Team-oriented approach

Commitment to safety

Tools

Planning management systems - Qargo

Job description

This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in a month at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

Shape the future of logistics at Uniserve!

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Transport Planner to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective movement of goods across our network.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop and optimise transport plans to meet customer requirements and operational objectives.
• Utilise advanced planning tools and software to evaluate route options, capacity constraints, and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (operations, sales, customer service) and external partners (carriers, suppliers) to ensure seamless logistics execution.
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement in transport efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Proactively identify and resolve transport-related challenges and implement solutions to mitigate risks.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in transport planning and logistics.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of transport planning processes and systems.

What you'll bring:

• Experience in planning nationwide groupage multidrop operations.
• Knowledge of fleet operations and driver hours.
• Experience working in a busy transport office and managing drivers.
• Flexibility with working hours and shifts is required.
• Experience in using planning management systems - Qargo (desirable).
• A collaborative and team-oriented approach with a strong work ethic.
• A commitment to safety and compliance with all relevant regulations.

Joining our team means you'll enjoy a competitive salary and annual reviews, along with some fantastic perks:

• Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment.
• Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded.
• Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered.
• Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us.
• Free Eye Test and £49 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision.
• Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you.
• Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash.
• Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us!
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport.
• Supply Chain Academy Education Courses: Expand your knowledge, including Masters and MBA programmes.

The Company

At Uniserve, we do amazing things. We are at the forefront of change, leading the transformation of the logistics and global trade management market. We have big ideas that push the boundaries and heaps of ambition that means we deliver on our promises time and again. People are the backbone of our business and the key to our continued success, which is why we invest in training and development at all levels.