Are you an experienced Transport Planner, looking for a new opportunity ? Would you like to join a successful, family owned haulage business with a history dating back over 70 years and with a fleet of over 40 trucks, covering general haulage and pallet network operations.

The successful applicant will be joining an existing, settled team, with an excellent management structure, the business offers an excellent basic salary with a fantastic benefits package.

Key Skills

Experienced in route planning & scheduling in general haulage
Experience of transport management systems
Excellent communication skills
Good geographical knowledge
Conscientious and reliable with a can-do attitude
Adaptable approach to work/ training/ working hours
Excellent attention to detail
CPC desirable but not essential.
Ability to work without direct supervision
Able to work efficiently and accurately under pressure
Strong organisational skills
Excellent IT skills
The Role

Effectively resolving any issues arising from customers, drivers or third parties to the satisfaction of those concerned
Working closely with all members of the transport team to achieve the smooth running of the daily operation whilst meeting customer requirements, company KPI's and budgetary demands.
Ensuring compliance with all current legislation and regulation
Effectively prioritise workload for yourself and your team in order to meet set deadlines
Deal with day to day operational issues
Dealing with client requests
Manage driver/vehicle resource to meet customer demand whilst adhering to relevant drivers' hours and WTD regulations
To have an active involvement, along with HR, in the management of operational staff holidays and work rotas
Other duties as reasonably required
Hours, Remuneration and Benefits

Monday to Friday - rotating shifts (7am - 5pm, 9am - 7pm) and 1 Saturday (7am-11am) in 4 in accordance with the rota
Salary - Up to £39,800 (depending on experience) + benefits
28 days annual leave (inc bank holidays)
Death In Service Life Assurance
Full time, permanent
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