Transport Planner - Haulage

DATA+; Studley CP; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Transport Haulage company in Studley is seeking a Transport Planner to collaborate with project managers and drivers. This entry-level role involves planning and executing transport requirements to deliver excellent customer service. Key responsibilities include optimizing fleet efficiency and ensuring timely vehicle movements, with a focus on cost-effective planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years transport planning experience.
• Proficient in relevant IT systems.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and schedule a fleet.

Responsibilities

• Plan all General Haulage movements effectively.
• Source additional back loads to maintain profitable operations.
• Monitor vehicle movements to report delays and reroute as necessary.

Skills

Transport Planning

Microsoft IT Systems

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Base pay range

Studley/Warwickshire

Upto £40,000 & Excellent Benefits

My client, A leading Transport Haulage company require a Transport Planner to support the Transport Manager with the routing and planning of a diverse Haulage fleet. The role requires close collaboration with project managers, customers, and drivers to ensure that all General Haulage transport requirements are thoroughly planned and executed to a high standard delivering exceptional levels of customer service.

Responsibilities:

Plan all General Haulage movements effectively to maximise fleet efficiency, reduce empty mileage, and optimise vehicle utilisation.

Sourcing additional back loads or additional work to infill fluctuations in schedules and maintain a profitable operation.

Act as the primary point of contact for all General Haulage drivers, providing support and resolving daily issues.

Maintain a Live Traffic Management System to show real time visibility of the fleets activities

Despatch drivers with all job details, clearly and concisely.

Monitor vehicle movements to proactively report delays, reroute as needed and maintain service levels.

To plan all vehicle movements in the most cost-effective manner to improve utilisation with a focus on efficiency.

Liaise with customers to understand load requirements, vehicle specifications, time constraints, and site-specific risks or constraints.

To oversee the fleet to ensure delivery and collection times are met.

Plan vehicles & Trailers to ensure maintenance inspections are completedKey Skills:

Minimum 2 years transport planning experience of a multi vehicle fleet

Experience submitting abnormal load route notifications

Proficient in Microsoft IT systems

Demonstrated ability to plan and schedule a multi vehicle fleetDesirable Skills:

OLAT Trained or Transport Managers CPC

Previous experience working with Transport Planning Software

Familiarity with STGO Regulations

Understanding of Technical drawings

Previous experience working with Transport Planning Software

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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