Menzies Distribution are currently recruiting for a Transport Planner to join our team in Carrington, Greaater Manchester, M31.
The Details
Full-time, 1 Year Fixed term contract - rotating shifts
Salary: £29,080.54 Per Annum
Location: Carrington, M31
Shift Pattern: 2 weeks on Shift 1: Monday 04:00-13:00 & Tuesday to Friday 05:00-14:00 then 2 weeks on Shift 2: Monday to Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Monthly Pay
Parking Onsite
Transport Planner Duties:
Ability to prioritise work load and deal with a demanding transport plan, planning for multiple customers
Develop back haul lanes with both Menzies depots and 3rd party customers whilst maintaining fleet utilization.
Manage and understand Working Time Directive Compliance and comply with all Transport legislation.
Ability to cover loads with Sub-Contractors and negotiate rates
Be able to utilise the extensive Menzies network, working with other depots to cover outbound loads and secure reloads to ensure we are planning as efficiently and effectively as possible.
Reviewing and understanding vehicle earnings and revenue reports and have the ability to produce them and have a good understanding of associated costs.
Ability to forge excellent working relationships with Stakeholders.
Ability to explain efficiencies and plans to Management and Supervisors
Dealing with customers’ orders from percentage load fill, pallet count, etc. and building them into an efficient plan minimising empty ...