Transport Route Planner

Austin Fraser; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Route Planner in a dynamic supplies company located in Trafford Park, Manchester. This role is perfect for a self-motivated individual who enjoys a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to the company's growth. You will be responsible for managing transport activities, ensuring efficient scheduling and communication between customers and drivers. With a competitive salary and opportunities for career development, this position offers a vibrant work atmosphere with regular social events and employee incentives. Join a team that values diversity and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Convenient location

Career development opportunities

Regular social events

Employee incentives

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in transport route planning is beneficial.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate transport activities for smooth operations.
• Allocate jobs to drivers and monitor requests effectively.

Skills

Transport Route Planning

Geographical Knowledge

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Proficiency (Microsoft Office, Outlook)

Tools

Tablets

Tracking Systems

Job description

Job Opportunity: Transport Route Planner

Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Route Planner to join a dynamic and expanding supplies company based at Trafford Park, Manchester.

As a Route Planner, you will be a key member of a vibrant team, playing an integral part in the success of the business. They are looking for a self-motivated, adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a natural communicator with a positive, proactive attitude, eager to contribute to the growth of the company and be part of our winning team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage and coordinate transport activities, ensuring smooth operations.
2. Book installations and repairs, ensuring efficient scheduling of drivers.
3. Monitor incoming emails and work orders, identifying and taking appropriate action.
4. Process new jobs and work orders, liaising closely with engineers and drivers.
5. Keep customers informed of any service delays or issues with failed services.
6. Act as a communication link between customers and drivers, ensuring timely updates.
7. Allocate jobs to drivers, providing clear instructions and monitoring requests.
8. Manage and adapt daily schedules to account for transport issues and changes.
9. Use tablets and tracking systems to allocate and track delivery routes.
10. Collaborate with the Operations Manager to monitor and track vehicle performance and delivery efficiency.

Requirements:

1. Experience in transport route planning is beneficial.
2. Excellent geographical knowledge.
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Well-organized with excellent administration skills.
5. Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office and email platforms such as Microsoft Outlook.

What's On Offer:

1. Competitive salary £28- £30k (Depending on experience)
2. Convenient location at Trafford Park.
3. Opportunities for career development and professional training.
4. Regular social events and employee incentives.
5. Free on-site parking.
6. Full Time/Permanent - On-site 8:30am- 5pm

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an excellent company with plenty of room for personal and professional growth. If you're looking for a fun, social work environment with great prospects, we want to hear from you!

At A for Appointments, we are committed to equal opportunities for everyone. We embrace diversity and believe that a balanced, inclusive workforce is crucial to our business. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment or bullying towards any candidates or employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.