National Transport Planner

Copart are currently recruiting a

National Transport Planner

to work as part of our team, based at our office in

Bedford .
The National Transport Planner is responsible for managing the efficient and effective day to day routing of all Copart's collections, deliveries and returns for the entire national fleet of Transporters and the national network of sub-contractors.
You will continually review and increase fleet productivity at the most effective cost, whilst ensuring that all customer SLA's are either met or exceeded. This is achieved whilst maintaining the highest standards of customer service to both our external and internal customers.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Cost effective daily route scheduling through Paragon and Apex systems
Create daily reports to analyse and improve collection and delivery performance & productivity
Provide effective and dynamic support to all yard dispatchers, so that administrative and geographical queries are dealt with in a timely manner
Always maintain routing software settings to achieve optimum performance
Achieve and exceed internal KPI targets
Engage with subcontractors and yards to maintain appropriate performance levels
Provide monthly reports detailing MPM, Fleet productivity and own driver & sub haul usage and costs
Essential attributes
Strong analytical skills with the ability to create meaningful Excel reports
Demonstrable experience of working to achieve or exceed KPI targets
Proven ability in identifying new ways of working and making improvements with route scheduling
Fully proficient with Excel & MS packages
Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable attributes
Experience of working in the vehicle recovery industry
Knowledge of Apex Rescue and Recovery communication platform
CPC Qualified
One year experience of using Paragon or a similar routing software, preferably in a multi-site operation
What we offer you in return
Monday to Friday working
23 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day per year to celebrate a special occasion to you
A further paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice
Medicash Cover - look after you and your family by providing a range of positive health care benefits
Contributory workplace pension plan
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life Assurance cover
The ability to purchase shares in our successful global company at a discounted rate
An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases, treats for the family, eating out, and utility bills for the home

Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.

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