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Transport Planner - Milton Keynes

Employer
Search Consultancy Ltd
Location
England, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes
Salary
£28000.00 - £30000.00 per annum
Closing date
21 Sep 2021

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Specialist Area
Operations, Procurement, Warehouse
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Function
Planner
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Job Details


Transport Planner
Salary - £28 - c£30K
Milton Keynes
Search Logistics are currently working with a Logistics company that is seeking a Transport Planner to join their ever-growing business in Milton Keynes.

This position will involve working a 4 on 4 off.

Responsibilities:

    • Plan all relevant customer deliveries utilizing the software available at site to ensure delivery windows are met.
    • Liaise with the Driver in relation to delays and possible issues with delivery.
    • Liaise with the Customer in relation to delays and possible issues with delivery.
    • Develop back haul lanes with both depots and 3rd party customers whilst maintaining fleet utilization.
    • Source local agency drivers as and when required
    • Complete a late load report in line with operational requirements and deadlines.
    • Ensure loads meet safety standards.
    • Manage the Drivers ensuring start times are adhered to
    • Pre-Brief Drivers to ensure that they fully understand their instructions.
    • De-Brief Drivers upon their return to ensure that all documentation has been completed correctly.
    • Manage WTD Compliance
    • Download Driver cards for analysis
    • Comply with all Transport legislation reducing tachograph infringements to below the company target and adhering to WTD regulations



Requirements:

  • Previous experience of working in a busy Transport Planning environment is required
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Pays close attention to detail
  • Ability to build effective working relationships with internal/external stakeholders, whilst appreciating the need for maintaining confidentiality
  • Good organisation skills with the ability to prioritise, show initiative and be proactive



If you would like to apply for this position, please email a copy of your CV to Mitesh Patel - , or call Mitesh for further details - 07341 026 416.

Company

We guide are a nationwide team of procurement and supply chain recruitment specialists with years of experience in guiding talented people through their careers.

 

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