Transport Planner
Permanent Role
Salary: £35,000 per year, potentially more depending on experience
Location: Redditch
Hours: Full Time, 40 hours per week (MondayFriday, 08:0017:00 with 1-hour unpaid lunch break)
Coats Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on a permanent basis for our well-established client in the logistics sector. This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful and growing business within the Transport and Distribution industry.
Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
Day-to-day route planning and scheduling
Ensuring vehicle utilisation is efficient to maximise cost-effectiveness
Maintaining compliance with Vehicle and Tachograph legislation
Liaising with drivers and account managers to resolve issues and maintain service standards
Scheduling vehicle maintenance work and rectifying any defects that arise
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Minimum 1 years route planning experience
Strong communication and administration skills
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS)
Knowledge of Driver Time Directive regulations
Good geographical knowledge of the UK road network
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Contract & Working Hours:
Permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week)
Core hours: Monday to Friday, 08:0017:00 (1-hour unpaid lunch)
Flexibility required
as this is a live transport planning role, overtime may be needed to maintain service levels when necessary
Benefits:
Casual dress code
Company pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Bonus scheme
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