Transport Planner UK — Optimize Routes & KPIs

DHL Supply Chain; Rugby; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Pension with 8% employer contribution

4% employee contribution

Free confidential 24/7 GP

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Loans, savings schemes and mortgage/ad

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Rugby is seeking a Transport Planner to create and manage transport plans, optimise vehicle and driver utilisation, and maintain service levels. You will influence efficiency and profitability through data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires a proactive, organised individual with strong IT skills and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders across operations and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning is essential.
• Able to analyse data and drive improvements.
• Strong communication with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate transport operations using TMS.
• Deliver transport plans within deadlines while meeting KPIs.
• Monitor network performance and support efficiency improvements.
• Manage subcontractor and agency relationships to meet demand.
• Build strong relationships with sites, suppliers, customers and operations.

Skills

Transport planning

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

IT skills

Tools

TMS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

DHL Supply Chain in Rugby is seeking a Transport Planner to create and manage transport plans, optimise vehicle and driver utilisation, and maintain service levels. You will influence efficiency and profitability through data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires a proactive, organised individual with strong IT skills and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders across operations and suppliers.