Weekend Transport Planner
Location: Coalville
About Us: Welcome to a company where innovation meets passion! We are dedicated to building a diverse and talented workforce that drives our success. Our team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and making a positive impact. We believe in fostering a dynamic work environment where every member can grow and excel. If you're looking for a place where your ideas are valued and your career can flourish, you've found it!
Job Description: We are looking for an enthusiastic Weekend Transport Planner at our Coalville depot to work on a 6-month Fixed Term Contract. You will be responsible for Planning and organising the activities of the Transport Operation, including the transition between the customers’ peak and off-peak activity periods. Meeting on a regular basis with Transport Managers to ensure the smooth running of the day to day routes.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Planning and organising the activities of the Transport Operation, including the transition between the customers’ peak and off-peak activity periods.
2. Meeting on a regular basis with Transport Managers to ensure that we are operating efficiently.
3. Identifying and developing additional areas where we can add value to existing contracts.
4. Liaising with the warehouse to ensure that trailers and vehicles are available when required.
5. Communicating with internal and external customers with regards to the night operation.
6. Ensuring that vehicle activity is planned in the most efficient manner.
7. Ensuring that all contracted work is covered in line with customer expectations.
8. Ensuring that all drivers are fully debriefed at the end of the shift.
9. Meeting daily revenue targets per shift per vehicle.
10. Communicating collection times and delivery bookings with customers.
11. Adherence to policies and procedures within the Business Area.
12. Ensuring that our TMS system is updated and monitored.
13. Company Safe Systems of Work must be observed and followed at all times. This includes maintaining standards of personal hygiene, as detailed in SSOW and Company Rules Book, especially wearing of uniform and PPE at all times.
Required Experience:
14. Previous experience of working within the Transport Warehouse and logistics industry.
15. Have a good understanding of legal compliance, driver’s hours and WTD's.
16. Leadership Skills.
17. Track record of leading successful change.
18. Proven experience in customer relationship management.
19. Ability to present to Senior Key contacts within the business and to the customer.
20. Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
21. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
22. IT literate including MS Office. Strong analytic ability in review data and reports.
Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?
23. Competitive Salary: £30,000pa to 32,000pa.
24. Hours: Friday to Monday. Working from 06:00hrs to 14:30hrs.
25. Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract for 6 months.
26. Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
27. Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Hapi*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
28. Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
29. Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
30. Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
31. Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.
32. 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 recruitment@gregory.co.uk. 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. We’ll be in touch if we need you.
*Subject to terms and conditions.