Job Opportunity: EU Transport Planner
A leading transport company based in Dover is seeking a skilled and experienced EU Transport Planner to join their team. The role offers a good salary range of £38,000 to £42,000, depending on experience, with good progression opportunities and growth potential.
Job Details:
* Working days: Monday to Friday
Job Purpose:
The Transport Planner will coordinate and optimize transportation activities to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong understanding of transportation regulations and logistics processes.
Responsibilities include resource planning, vehicle utilization management, driver instructions, and ensuring service levels meet customer requirements while adhering to drivers' hours and health & safety regulations.
Main Responsibilities:
* Subcontract additional loads when company resources are insufficient
* Focus on day 1 for day 2 planning, providing updates on same-day changes
* Send farm load plans accurately and promptly
* Communicate full plans to subcontractors and drivers with complete information
* Update planning sheets for drivers' L/C and shift days on day 1
* Monitor planning email for reloads and upload reloads onto Road Runner
* Allocate the full plan onto Road Runner, supported by the Transport Administrator (16:00-18:00)
* Coordinate with Fleet for maintenance and service planning, and manage equipment return to depot
* Assist in driver training by planning allowances as needed
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