Reporting into the Logistics Manager, this is an exciting Senior Transport Planner role with a business that actively looks to reward success and develop its people.
HOURS OF WORK:
* Monday to Friday, Days
THE ROLE:
* A fast-paced Senior Transport Planning role, responsible for planning a fleet of 30+ vehicles on multi-drop routes across the UK.
* Identifying subcontracting and backload requirements and arranging these accordingly.
* Negotiating with suppliers, carriers, and customers.
* Thinking commercially at all times.
* Handling other operational requirements as they arise, contributing to various areas within this fast-paced Logistics business.
* Gaining exposure to other parts of the business to support your career development.
THE PERSON:
* Transport Planning experience - ESSENTIAL
* Multi-drop experience - DESIRABLE
* Transport operational experience - DESIRABLE
* Ability to commute daily to the Rochdale area.
* Good commercial and financial awareness of how Planning impacts Transport operations.
* A proactive 'Can Do' attitude to handle the demands of this industry.
* A strong-minded individual capable of managing a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
* Supervisory experience is advantageous but not essential.
ABOUT US:
With over 22 years of expertise in the Logistics/Supply Chain sector, Indigo Search recruits for management, director, and executive roles across the UK.
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