Night shift Transport Planner

Night shift Transport Planner

Mon - Fri

£33,000 rising to £35,000 in due time

Lutterworth

Our client are continuing to expand and we are currently seeking an experienced Night shift Transport Planner to join their day shift team. This is a great opportunity to secure a stable role with excellent development prospects in a supportive working environment. You will help ensure the smooth running of our transport operation for a major client and recognised brand.

Role Responsibilities:

Receiving customer orders and creating a road transport plan
Liaising directly with own fleet and 3rd party transport suppliers
Assist in negotiating rates with both customers and transport providers
Take ownership and responsibility for successfully planning orders for large scale customers across the UK
Build and maintain relationships with transport providers, warehouses, and customers
Ensuring the financial and service requirements of the contracts are achieved
Delivering added-value to the customer through innovative project work
Proactively monitor all areas of key sensitivity ensuring compliance to process and customer request.Key Skills

Previous Transport Planning experience
Experience in the FMCG sector - preferred
Excellent attention to detail
You will have excellent communication skills, spoken and written
Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team
A methodical and structured approach to problem solving
An approachable attitude and a flexible approach to work
Strong PC Literacy including Word & Excel in a business capacity
Knowledge of driver's hours is beneficial but not essential
Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent

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All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed