Transport Planner
- Recruiter
- Menzies Distribution
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Salary
- 32000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 17 Aug 2022
- Closes
- 18 Aug 2022
- Sectors
- Travel & Tourism
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Transport Planner
Menzies Distribution are looking for a Transport Planner to join our team. Providing a first class service with at our Planning Centre in Wakefield. This role is based on a 45 hour week working Monday - Friday.
Your main responsibility will be to arrange the delivery of the customer s product on time and in full using the most cost effective means possible and best use of available resources, whilst complying with Transport Legislation and Health & Safety. Whilst also maximising the utilisation of MDS Fleet through efficient planning of deliveries and collections
In addition to a standard salary of GBP32,000.00 this role has a holiday allowance of 28 days including bank holidays.
Transport Planner Duties:
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 MDS depots and 3rd party customers whilst maintaining fleet utilization.
Source local agency drivers as and when required (in conjunction with our PSL) providing an accurate brief of job required.
Source local sub contractors 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
Travel to other MDL sites when necessary
Transport Planner Requirements:
Experience of working in a busy Transport office
Knowledge of Drivers Hours, Tachograph and WTD legislation
Knowledge of Continuous Improvement.
Good geographical knowledge
Good standard of education
IT literate
Knowledge of Health & Safety
Commercial understanding
Knowledge of transport systems.
Team Player
Good communication skills
Transport Planner Additional Benefits
Uniform & PPE provided
Healthcare Cashplan for all employees and dependants, including dental, optical, physiotherapy, health screening, 24/7 counselling and more
Employee perks: discount on trips, hotels, gyms, days out, restaurants, supermarkets and more
Discount on mobile phone contracts with EE;
Training opportunities and development plans
Driver of The Year Awards
Flexible working options
A bit about us:
At Menzies Distribution, we have been delivering across the UK since 1833. Today, we are Logistic UK s most innovative business of the year, with a strong focus on the future, sustainability, and innovation - we keep moving forwards.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: GBP32,000.00 per year
Menzies Distribution are looking for a Transport Planner to join our team. Providing a first class service with at our Planning Centre in Wakefield. This role is based on a 45 hour week working Monday - Friday.
Your main responsibility will be to arrange the delivery of the customer s product on time and in full using the most cost effective means possible and best use of available resources, whilst complying with Transport Legislation and Health & Safety. Whilst also maximising the utilisation of MDS Fleet through efficient planning of deliveries and collections
In addition to a standard salary of GBP32,000.00 this role has a holiday allowance of 28 days including bank holidays.
Transport Planner Duties:
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 MDS depots and 3rd party customers whilst maintaining fleet utilization.
Source local agency drivers as and when required (in conjunction with our PSL) providing an accurate brief of job required.
Source local sub contractors 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
Travel to other MDL sites when necessary
Transport Planner Requirements:
Experience of working in a busy Transport office
Knowledge of Drivers Hours, Tachograph and WTD legislation
Knowledge of Continuous Improvement.
Good geographical knowledge
Good standard of education
IT literate
Knowledge of Health & Safety
Commercial understanding
Knowledge of transport systems.
Team Player
Good communication skills
Transport Planner Additional Benefits
Uniform & PPE provided
Healthcare Cashplan for all employees and dependants, including dental, optical, physiotherapy, health screening, 24/7 counselling and more
Employee perks: discount on trips, hotels, gyms, days out, restaurants, supermarkets and more
Discount on mobile phone contracts with EE;
Training opportunities and development plans
Driver of The Year Awards
Flexible working options
A bit about us:
At Menzies Distribution, we have been delivering across the UK since 1833. Today, we are Logistic UK s most innovative business of the year, with a strong focus on the future, sustainability, and innovation - we keep moving forwards.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: GBP32,000.00 per year