Transport Planner
- Bathgate, West Lothian
- £37,000-41,000 per year
- Contract
- Full-time
- Planning and organising the activities of the Transport Operation, including deliveries and collections nationwide.
- Planning loads using a fleet of articulated vehicles.
- Ensure deliveries and collections are completed as per customer requirements whilst also monitoring KPI for delivery on time, shift revenue and vehicle utilisation.
- Managing and de-briefing drivers on a daily/weekly basis.
- Liaising with the warehouse and on-site shunter to ensure that trailers and vehicles are available when required.
- Ensure vehicle checks and defects are completed and recorded via Vehicle Check App.
- Communicating collection times and delivery bookings with both internal and external customers.
- Meet on a regular basis with Line Managers to ensure that we are operating efficiently.
- Identifying and developing additional areas where we can add value to the contract.
- Ensuring that all contracted work is booked though our internal department and in line with customers’ expectations.
- Meeting daily revenue KPI Targets and reporting to the Transport Manager on a weekly basis.
- Ensuring that all TMS systems relating to the contracted deliveries are updated and monitored.
- General administration duties to include, filing, photocopying and data input.
- Adherence to policies and procedures within the Business Area.
- Experience of planning in the logistics industry is advantageous.
- Knowledge of legal compliance including driver’s hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
- Ability to communicate at all levels.
- Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Competitive Salary: £37,000 per annum - £41,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- Hours: 06:00hrs – 18:00hrs, Friday to Monday.
- Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
- Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
- Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
- Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
- Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
- Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.
- Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.