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Transport Planner - Rugby

We are recuiting an experienced Transport Planner for our worldwide logistics client in Rugby
This is a 5 month initial agency contract with the possibility of being extended
The salary is circa £27,000, paid hourly at £13.85 per hour. 37.5 hours per week
Hours of work are 10am - 6pm, Monday to Friday

Responsibilities:

• To demonstrate a keen eye whilst working under pressure.
• De-brief drivers ensuring we keep a tight control on all aspects of the paperwork.
• To plan routes and deliveries in a cost effective way
• Proactive communication with delivery partners and customers
• Monitoring deliveries through the network
• Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring you comply with statutory law, company policy & health & safety guidelines
• Assist in the adherence to Drivers Hours Regulations in accordance with the working time directive.
• Ensuring drivers have correct paperwork for deliveries & are aware of any customer requirements
• Ensure that all relevant statutory laws, EU Drivers Hours Rules & Regulations, Road Transport (Working Time) Regulations, Operators Licence and OCRS obligations, FORS requirements are adhered too and all Company policies and procedures communicated and applied at all times.
• Ensure that drivers are issued with the correct documentation and fully informed on both the customers’ requirements and our expectations.
• Communicate all issues and concerns with both internal and external customers and the Transport Planning teams in a timely manner and maintain an open and transparent dialogue with all parties

Required:

Transport Industry Experience (Planning experience is preferred)
Excellent customer service and communication skills
A high level of attention to detail
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel/Powerpoint and Outlook
Live locally to Rugby or have the means to be able to commute
Be available for an immediate start
Rapier Employment has been established in the UK for over 30 years, specialising in supplying temporary and permanent workers into the Commercial, Production and Logistics sector.

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