Transport Planner

Strive Supply chain have been exclusively retained to work with a well-established UK and Global Logistical supply chain business. Specialising in International logistics services and multimodal transport by road, sea, air and rail based at the East London, in a brand-new office complex with state-of-the-art facilities.

EAST LONDON

UP TO £35K DOE + BENS

MON – FRI Days

We are looking for an experienced Transport Planner who appreciates Transport & Logistics operations and wants to work in a fast-paced, challenging and team based environment. We are looking for someone who wants to learn and grow, but to also bring their own personality and energy to the role.

Key Responsibilities:

* Working with the driving team to ensure that customer service is always maintained.

* Overseeing pallet network collections and deliveries.

* Organising and planning distribution of multiple jobs through 3rd party hauliers.

* Updating of computer and paper-based systems in relation to hire vehicles, recovery vehicles and salvage.

* Undertaking regular checks to ensure recording systems remain up to date with regard to vehicle locations.

* Managing hire vehicle damages in line with company procedures ensuring minimal downtime.

* Ensure that fleet schedules are maintained, and de-fleeting vehicles are made available to the De-fleet Team as and when required.

* Maintaining good customer relations with customers, repairers, claims office and referral sources alike.

* Review cross hire usage in line with utilisation to ensure that kept to a minimum by sourcing the correct vehicles for the fleet.

About you:

* An understanding of the Highway Code is essential for this role.

* Experience in a transport planning role is essential.

* Experience with pallet networks

* Computer Literacy (MS Office applications)

* Well organised and able to work within set time frames.

* Thrive in fast-paced environments with an energetic and positive outlook to the setting.

* Must be able to work weekends when required.

On offer:

Up to £35K DOE + Benefits

Pension

Life Insurance