Senior Transport Planner

Blackpool, Lancashire
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The Role: Responsible for assisting the Senior Operations Manager and overseeing the daily planning operations to provide a timely and cost-effective service for a large fleet of vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

Route Planning

* Develop comprehensive daily transportation plans for our HGV Class 1 drivers, optimizing routes for efficiency and timely deliveries

Capacity Utilisation

* Strategically allocate resources to maximise the capacity of our fleet while maintaining cost-effectiveness

* Responsible for ensuring records are managed relating to vehicles and drivers i.e., relating to vehicle roadworthiness, drivers’ hours and Working Time Directive (WTD)

Commercial

* Holding an in-depth understanding of all commercial elements of each customer contract

Collaboration

* Work closely with drivers, warehouse staff, and other stakeholders to coordinate and communicate transportation plans effectively

Problem Solving

* Identify potential logistical challenges and proactively develop solutions to ensure on-time deliveries and optimal utilisation of resources

Data Analysis

* Utilise data analytics and transportation management systems to analyse performance metrics and identify areas for improvement

Compliance

* Ensure all transportation plans adhere to legal regulations and company policies, maintaining a high standard of safety and compliance

* Compliance with GVOL (goods vehicle operator’s licence) requirements and transport regulations, with emphasis towards ‘best practice’

Team Management

* Provide leadership and direction to a diverse team, ensuring effective communication, coordination, and performance management within the transport department.

Skills/Experience/Qualifications:

* Previous experience in transport planning in a logistics or supply chain environment

* Experience in leading and motivating a team, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment, including people management responsibilities

* Experience of delivering mpg improvements

* Strong proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS) and other relevant planning software ( Mandata)

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with drivers, warehouse teams, and other stakeholders

* Demonstrated ability to analyse complex logistical challenges and implement effective solutions

* Proven ability to manage time efficiently, ensuring the creation and execution of daily plans within tight deadlines

* Experience in leading and motivating a team, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Excellent opportunity for the right person ,looking to forward their career.

Please only apply of you have experience in planning route for general haulage

Job Info
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Job Title:
Senior Transport Planner
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Blackpool, Lancashire
Salary:
£35000 - £38000 Per annum
Posted:
Nov 27th 2024
Closes:
Dec 28th 2024
Sector:
Distribution
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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