Transport Planner

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Sheffield
Salary
Competitive
Posted
01 Jun 2021
Closes
21 Jun 2021
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
To work as part of a team in the timely and accurate completion of the workload within the Transport Department

Client Details

Our client is a manufacturer based in Chesterfield.

Description

To plan all mainland distribution and collections, including onward shipment orders and inter-group deliveries and stock movements, using the planning software provided.
To select accurately all orders requiring dispatch from the all depots, to meet customer delivery requirements and departmental and company measures.
To select the most cost effective distribution channel within the parameters set by the Transport Manager.
To accurately and cost effectively plan and utilise the fleet based at all sites as required.
To ensure the timely issue of accurate paperwork and information in order to assist all other departments and drivers in the completion of their functions in an accurate and timely manner in order to fulfil customer requirements.
To ensure customer requirements are adhered to and that paperwork and systems are updated accordingly.
To provide accurate feedback to relevant departments requiring information, whilst providing information in advance on delivery issues, ensuring the relevant procedures are followed at all times.
To ensure the preparation and timely issue of relevant reports as required.
To attempt to further develop and improve the Traffic Planning role.
To assist Drivers with load/delivery queries.
To assist Transport Team members with the dispatch and carrier functions.
To assist other staff members as required.
To undertake any other work as can be reasonably expected.Profile

CPC holder desirable but not essential, as full training will be given.
Good geographical knowledge.
Good standard of computer literacy.
A good attitude and a flexible approach to the role and ability to undertake further tasks upon completion of the relevant training.
Experience of customer care and team working skills.
The ability to complete Transport office tasks satisfactorily after training.
The ability to work accurately and efficiently at speed in a busy work environment in order to meet tight deadlines.
Experience of Transport procedures along with experience of Driver and Load issues.Job Offer

Salary depending on experience

Mon - Thurs 13:15 - 22:00; Friday 11:15 - 20:00

Holidays 23 days + 8 bank holidays

Statutory pension

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