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We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Transport Planner for a permanent role based in Baston.

* The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing efficient transportation plans that optimise routes and ensure timely delivery of goods.

* Must have 2 years transport planning experience

* This role requires strong organisational skills, excellent IT proficiency and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while providing exceptional customer service.

* Working Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm

Duties

* To efficiently plan the daily deliveries ( including wide loads ) of all customer orders using our own transport and third-party hauliers.

* Plan delivery routes in line with driver hours, ensuring their routes are achievable.

* Ensure all quotations from third party hauliers are value for money and meet within department/order budgets and constraints

* Raise all POs as per company requirements for any third-party transportation and follow all procedures for signing off.

* Plan all deliveries to be received by the customer on or before the order promised date.

* Allow for last-minute changes to planned routes as and when they occur, due to cancellations and urgent orders etc.

* Ensure all wide loads routes are planned in line with best practice and the wide load notice is completed in good time for delivery on the planned day.

* Complete all required processes and paperwork to ensure the smooth delivery of all export, working with third party hauliers.

* Liaise with other departments.

Skills

* 2 Years Experience in transport planning

* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

* Excellent communication skills

* Able to work in a busy environment under pressure

* Good geographical knowledge of the UK and its road networks.

* An understanding of Driver hours.

* Strong customer service orientation with a focus on client satisfaction.

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