Transport Planner.

Job Summary by the careerbalance.co.uk Team:

30Job Description:

We are looking to recruit an Experience Transport Planner for our client based in Tamworth.

The right candidate with a confident, strong, positive attitude will be rewarded with an opportunity to learn and grow within a very rewarding environment. This is a great opportunity for somebody with a desire to make an impact and get a job done right, taking ownership of their day to day workload providing a service which is second to none

Key strengths and skills required.

• Good communication skills
• Must have experience of Planning but self-motivated to ensure you drive this forward
• Understanding what the costs are and how to charge out including backloads
• Being connected and being able to spot trends and take on the initiative to contact local depots to support us.
• High ethic for team-work with the ability to work alone.  Communication is a big point, being able to spot empties and work across the palletline/amazon planners to ensure we are maxed.

• Dealing with drivers and manoeuvring situations on your own where possible

• Effective time management
• Ability to follow instruction
• Ability to multitask
• Good attention to detail
• Trustworthy
• Flexible attitude and strong work ethic
• Previous experience of planning in a high-paced, busy environment

This is an office based role where you will be expected to speak with customers and service providers via email and telephone, the role hours are with a 1 hour lunch break, however must be flexible to work hours to support the business needs. This is a great opportunity to learn and progress within an ever-growing business.

If this role interests you, please do not hesitate to apply.

£28,000 – £30,000 per year.

Opportunity for bonus if weekly targets are met.

Location: West Midlands