Transport Planner

Simarco is an established, award winning provider of international logistic and freight services, and we provide a wide range of tailored solutions for clients' throughout the UK, Europe and Globally across all Worldwide trade routes. At Simarco we understand that global trade and industry markets are continually changing and expanding to meet customer needs. That's why our logistics, air, sea/ocean freight forwarding, road haulage & distribution and warehousing solutions are not only flexible but are tailored to meet clients' individual and ever-changing requirements. As our company continues to grow, we are excited to announce the recruitment of a Transport Planner based at our Stoke site. Do you have a solid background in General Haulage route planning of 30+ vehicles and eager to take on a role that promises excellent opportunities for career and personal development? If so, then this could be the perfect opportunity... We are proud of our strong reputation in the industry and offer a fantastic work environment! The main purpose of the role: To plan the national and local vehicle and trailers resources in the most cost effective and compliant manner, achieving profitability and service excellence. Plan and allocate all national and local vehicle and trailer resources ensuring optimum utilisation and profitability within the constraints of cargo availability, vehicle availability, customer requirements and legal restrictions. Prepare and produce Vehicle and Load Manifests and customer paperwork and present to the Warehouse and assigned drivers. Provide the main point of contact for the national drivers. Liaise and communicate with internal and external customers. Transport administration and data update within various operating systems. Assist the National Transport Supervisor in the management and allocation of the fleets headcount. Provide a friendly and helpful Driver Reception service, greeting each driver and allocating their vehicle keys and Manifest of work up, until the main shift commences. Support and actively participate in answering incoming calls. Be reactive to daily problems and be prepared to be reactive to emergencies. Any duties / tasks as requested by your Line Manager or a Director. Vehicle costings, revenues and profitability. Sub-contractor use and costs. Drivers overtime. Have a clear understanding of the Company's policies, procedures and vision and how the Transport and Fleet Departments contributes and complies to these. Ensure that Drivers Hours and Working Directive Regulations are adhered to by all drivers and mobile workers and that accurate records are maintained in accordance with the Companys legal obligations. Ensure vehicles are not overloaded. Vehicle and drivers cards are correctly downloaded in accordance with Company procedures. Requirements Experience General Haulage route planning Routing and management of 30+ vehicles Knowledge & Skills Vehicle weights and legal limits. Drivers Hours and Working Time Directive Regulations. Operators Licence obligations, undertakings and Regulations. Road Traffic Laws. Construction and Use Regulations. Vehicle costs. Microsoft Word and Excel at entry level. Personal Qualities Ability to communicate at all levels. Ability to work unsupervised Calm and ability to work under pressure. Flexible approach to hours of work. Applies attention to detail. Other information This is a super opportunity for an individual who is seeking a role that will provide full support and training with a clear pathway for building their career and personal development. Other rewards include: 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Discount Platform Discounted Gym Membership Full training and support Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance program Extensive learning opportunities Employee Engagement Forum Reward and Recognition programme Pay Day Treat Days Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week (Times to be confirmed) TPBN1_UKTJ