Transport Planner

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Transport Planner for a permanent role based in Baston. * The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing efficient transportation plans that optimise routes and ensure timely delivery of goods. * Must have 2 years transport planning experience * This role requires strong organisational skills, excellent IT proficiency and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while providing exceptional customer service. * Working Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm Duties * To efficiently plan the daily deliveries ( including wide loads ) of all customer orders using our own transport and third-party hauliers. * Plan delivery routes in line with driver hours, ensuring their routes are achievable. * Ensure all quotations from third party hauliers are value for money and meet within department/order budgets and constraints * Raise all POs as per company requirements for any third-party transportation and follow all procedures for signing off. * Plan all deliveries to be received by the customer on or before the order promised date. * Allow for last-minute changes to planned routes as and when they occur, due to cancellations and urgent orders etc. * Ensure all wide loads routes are planned in line with best practice and the wide load notice is completed in good time for delivery on the planned day. * Complete all required processes and paperwork to ensure the smooth delivery of all export, working with third party hauliers. * Liaise with other departments. Skills * 2 Years Experience in transport planning * Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. * Excellent communication skills * Able to work in a busy environment under pressure * Good geographical knowledge of the UK and its road networks. * An understanding of Driver hours. * Strong customer service orientation with a focus on client satisfaction. If you are an experienced transport planner and interested in this role, please click APPLY now