Transport Planner

6 months ago


Northampton, United Kingdom Uniserve Full time

**Uniserve **is a leading provider of innovative supply chain solutions, committed to delivering excellence in logistics. Our Transport Team play a key part in our business, delivering an excellent service to our customers, making sure their products are in the right place at the right time

As a **Transport Planner**, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the logístical aspects of transportation operations. Your primary goal will be to ensure the efficient and timely delivery of products while optimising resources and minimising costs. Join us and be a part of a team that values excellence, resourcefulness, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

**Shift Pattern**

**Monday to Friday 12oohr to 2200hr**

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Route Planning and Optimisation: Strategically plan and optimise delivery routes considering factors like distance, traffic, and delivery deadlines.
- Load Coordination: Work closely with warehouse staff and drivers to ensure proper load distribution and maximise vehicle capacity.
- Fleet Management: Manage the scheduling and maintenance of the fleet to minimise downtime and optimise resource utilisation.
- Real-time Monitoring: Monitor deliveries in real-time, address any issues or delays, and communicate updates to customers promptly.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, comply with regulations, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the haulage operation.
- Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service by ensuring timely deliveries and addressing customer inquiries and concerns.
- Data Analysis and Reporting: Analysing data related to delivery performance, route efficiency, and costs. Generating reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of haulage operations and identify areas for improvement.
- Compliance and Documentation: Ensuring compliance with transportation regulations, safety standards, and company policies. Maintaining accurate records, permits, and documentation required for regulatory compliance.
- Collaborative Coordination: Working closely with warehouse staff, drivers, and other departments involved in the supply chain to coordinate and optimise delivery operations.
- Problem-Solving: Addressing any logístical challenges or issues that arise during the course of daily operations and finding appropriate solutions.
- Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process optimisation and efficiency enhancement, proposing and implementing improvements to route planning strategies, systems, and processes.

**Essential Skills**:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Planning for Pallet Network.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Attention to detail and organisational proficiency.
- Knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in route planning software and logistics tools

**Benefits**:
Joining our team means you'll not only enjoy a competitive salary and annual reviews, but also some pretty awesome perks:

- Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment.
- Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded.
- Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered.
- Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us.
- Free Eye Test and £49 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision.
- Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you.
- Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free.
- Cycle to work scheme
- Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash.
- Care First Lifestyle Programme: Because your well-being matters.
- Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us
- Life Assurance: We've got you covered.
- Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport.
- Flexible Career Pathway.
- Supply Chain Academy Education Courses: Expand your knowledge, including Masters and MBA programs


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