Job Description Americold – Helping our customers Feed the World
Here at Americold Whitchurch we are now recruiting for a Transport Planning Coordinator for a 12 month temporary contract.
This role oversees UK subcontracting and associated administration, while also managing the night planning function. The successful candidate will develop and maintain strong relationships with UK subcontractors, ensuring margin targets are met in line with annual KPIs.
They will collaborate with the UK planning team to determine outsourcing needs and ensure optimal subcontracting levels. Responsibilities include maintaining relevant systems, keeping management data up to date, and supporting Transport Management with timely reporting.
Working closely with the Planning Manager, the coordinator will identify improvement opportunities, guided by an understanding of market conditions, business strategy, and financial considerations.
The role involves planning and resourcing a cost-effective night schedule, regularly reviewing its effectiveness and integrating operational feedback. Monitoring driver behaviour and adjusting plans as needed is essential.
Future resource planning includes booking agency drivers and recommending recruitment actions. The role also requires delivering effective night handovers and maintaining agency usage records.
Flexibility is required, with the coordinat...