Job Opportunity: Senior Transport Planner
Location: Trafford Park, Manchester
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5pm, On-Site)
Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Route Planner / Senior Transport Planner to join a dynamic and expanding supplies company at Trafford Park, Manchester.
As a key member of our team, you will play an integral part in the success of the business. We are looking for a self-motivated, adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is a natural communicator with a positive, proactive attitude, eager to contribute to the growth of the company and be part of our winning team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and coordinate transport activities across two depots, ensuring smooth operations.
* Book/ scheduling drivers efficiently.
* Monitor incoming emails and work orders, taking appropriate action.
* Process new jobs and work orders, liaising closely with engineers and drivers.
* Keep customers informed of any service delays or failed services.
* Act as a communication link between customers and drivers, ensuring timely updates.
* Allocate jobs to drivers, providing clear instructions and monitoring requests.
* Manage and adapt daily schedules to account for transport issues and changes.
* Use tablets and tracking systems to allocate and track delivery routes.
* Collaborate with the Operations Manager to monitor vehicle performance and delivery efficiency.
Requirements:
* Experience in transport route planning is ideal
* Excellent geographical knowledge.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Well-organized with excellent administrative skills.
* Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office and Outlook.
What’s On Offer:
* Competitive salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year.
* Convenient Trafford Park location.
* Opportunities for career development and professional training.
* On-site gym with Personal Training (PT) sessions available.
* Regular social events and employee incentives.
* Free on-site parking.
* Full-Time / Permanent position.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with plenty of room for personal and professional growth. If you’re looking for a fun, social work environment with great prospects, we want to hear from you!
Equal Opportunities:
We are committed to equal opportunities for everyone. We embrace diversity and believe that a balanced, inclusive workforce is crucial to our business. Discrimination, harassment, or bullying towards candidates or employees will not be tolerated.
Application Note:
Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not received a response within five days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion