Transport Planner

Transport Planner Daventry Mon to Fri 0900 – 1700 Salary £28,000 to £29,000 per annum We are seeking a well-organised and self-motivated person with a passion for transport planning This position is responsible for planning and managing a designated region of my clients own commercial vehicle fleet and working towards carefully defined transport budgets and targets. Working in Daventry, the successful candidate will be part of a close team and under the supervision of a knowledgeable and supportive Transport Supervisor. Key Responsibilities * Manage drivers & subcontractors remotely. * Produce and deliver a daily fleet schedule by depot. * Review and develop the work volumes and fleet resource requirements. * Liaison with depot operations management. * Assist with other day-to-day operational duties and problem solving. * Provide a high level of professional service to ensure that orders are fulfilled and that excellent customer service is provided at all times. * Reporting to the Transport Supervisor and Office Managers. * Perform such other duties as the Company may from time to time reasonably require * Comply with all Company policies related to Code of Conduct, Environmental, Health and Safety and Community Key Skills / Competencies * Exceptional organisational skills * High level of attention to detail and accuracy * Excellent interpersonal skills * Self-motivated, ambitious, flexible, and adaptable * Works with integrity and confidentiality * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work within a fast paced office environment, and cope with pressurised circumstances. * Experienced at managing and developing different relationships with both the internal and external stakeholders * Team player with the ability to work on own initiative * Excellent PC skills inc. Microsoft package skills. * Experience of Transport Planning, preferably within the recycling industry * Experience of KPI reporting to explain performance and target areas for improvement Qualifications / Knowledge * UK Geographical knowledge * Financial knowledge in vehicle and driver costings * Knowledge of providing transport freight quotations With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programs available to support continuous learning, the client offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. They are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimizes waste and protects the environment