Any 5 days from 7 (40 hrs per week) 3am - 11amTemporary ongoing contract£16.82 per hour (£35,000)

Our client is looking for an experienced transport planner to work in a fast-paced office based role. You will need to have excellent organisational skills as well as the ability to work in pressured situations.

The role of a transport planner is to maximise efficiency, service and compliance by managing the day-to-day plans for the region. You will be planning loads due to be delivered from hub to store, so previous experience in a similar is essential.

This role requires you to start at 3am and work until 11am, so you must ensure you can commit to these hours.

You will be responsible for:

• Depot to store transport load building, routing and scheduling
• Providing daily, weekly, monthly and annual statistical information to aid planning and implementation
• Reviewing and continuously improving plans to improve efficiency.
• Providing accurate and effective information to stores and sites regarding the plan, including feedback channels to aid engagement.
• Coaching and influencing depot teams to maximise service and efficiency, and ensure delivery of all commercial targets on the depot balance scorecard

Knowledge and Experience required:

• Excellent communication both written and verbally
• Competent user of all Microsoft Office applications
• Familiar with transport management systems
• Previous experience working in a transport environment
• Working knowledge of transport/driver hours and regulations

Interested?

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(1) We pay the same hourly rate as your permanent equivalent from day one.

(2) We pay 3% employer contribution towards your pension.

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(5) Recommend a friend and you will receive a £25 retail voucher when they work a full week.

(6) Employee of the month: You could win a monthly prize if you’re nominated by your line manager.

(7) We will deliver seasonal gifts as a token of recognition for your hard work.

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