Logistics Planner

5 months ago


Bolton, United Kingdom J.Dickinson & Sons (Horwich ltd.) Full time

**We are continuously developing our services and have recently expanded our Sales and Logistics team to provide an enhanced customer experience. We are now looking for a motivated and experienced Planner / Route Scheduler to join the team.**

**The Role**
- daily planning and dynamic allocation of work to vehicles/routes
- dealing effectively with and resolving queries from drivers, customers, and suppliers
- proactively monitoring vehicles during the day to ensure planned schedules and routes are adhered to
- working effectively with our Waste Account Managers to continuously monitor service levels
- developing strong working relationships with key hauliers at all levels

**What you need**
- proven experience working as a planner in a fast-paced waste, transport or logistics setting
- previous experience working in the waste industry would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided if you do not have this
- a basic understanding of transport compliance and the Working Time Directive
- outstanding planning skills, with ability to prioritise work effectively
- a willingness to adapt and develop knowledge
- excellent communication/interpersonal skills
- ability to work collaboratively with other areas of the business

**The Package**
- **Competitive hourly rate, DOE**:

- **45 hours / 5 days, Monday to Friday shifts**:

- **1 in 4 Saturdays, 7am-12.30pm**:

- 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays
- Fully comprehensive medical cover, including dental and optical
- Life Insurance
- Contributory pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Referral Programme
- Free skips for employees
- Training opportunities
- Full PPE and uniform supplied
- Fantastic company events

**Why J. Dickinson & Sons?**

J Dickinson & Sons are proud to be a family-owned and run company with 84 years’ experience in the recycling and skip hire industry. At the heart of our business is the desire to provide a professional and accessible service whilst serving to dispose of waste in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner.

We are a fast-paced and entrepreneurial organisation, not afraid to try new things and do things differently, and as such we are growing fast and performing well in the industry. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Horwich are expanding and our new £4.2 million waste processing plant is now up and running. As a result, we are always looking to expand our team of dedicated staff.

Our values are**:Recognition - Respect - Growth - Service - Teamwork - Integrity**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From £12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Transport links

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Logistics/Transport: 1 year (required)
- Planning: 1 year (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Bolton (required)

Work Location: In person


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