Transport Planner Operator Location: Hereford Shift: 4on 4off, Days About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services.
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Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency.
Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment.
We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
Job Description: At Gregory Distribution, we are currently seeking a Transport Planner in our Hereford depot.
This position will be working within the transport team and will involve all aspect of the transport administration processes and coordination of the day to day running of this busy contract.
Key Responsibilities: Plan outbound routes to maximise vehicle and driver utilisation while controlling costs.
Use operational resources efficiently and schedule HUK work in the correct order (Local fleet → GF → GDL → subcontractors).
Monitor all inbound/outbound loads to ensure on‑time delivery with accurate updates.
Maintain full TMS accuracy and book all loads on Transporeon/InBev by 16:00 daily.
Ensure all contracted work is covered and clearly communicated to drivers and subcontractors.
Manage dispatch, driver communication and debriefs, ensuring paperwork is completed correctly.
Work closely with customers, coordinating delivery/collection times and supporting smooth operations.
Provide updates to the Operations/Transport Manager and maintain professional communication with all stakeholders.
Build strong relationships with drivers and customers, resolving issues appropriately.
Support breakdowns/callouts, ensure vehicle presentation, and uphold driver professionalism.
Ensure full compliance with legal, company, customer and Health & Safety requirements.
Monitor Health & Safety, report incidents, assist with compliance planning, and complete weekly workplace inspections.
Requirements: Experience of working in a similar role is preferred.
Ability to communicate at all levels.
Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
Excellent organisational skills and prioritising workload.
Attention to detail.
Working to deadlines.
Solution driven and Flexible approach to your work.
Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
MS packages to include, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd? Competitive Salary : £32,000pa
- £35,000pa, depending on experience.
Hours : 06:00hrs
- 18:00hrs, based on a 4on 4off rota.
Training : Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
Benefits : Additional holiday purchasing scheme
*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits
*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support
*, and more.
Career Growth : Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
Company Benefits : Excellent holiday allowance.
Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme
*.
Extras : Christmas Savings Club
*, Black Circle Tyre Discount
*, Cycle To Work Scheme
*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support
* program.
Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.
How to Apply If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now! Please submit your application as soon as possible.
Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient application Eligibility : Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions.
Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.
Contact Us : For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at .
Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs
- 17:00hrs.
Note to Recruitment Agencies : We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. xcunqrw
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