Transport Planner/administrator

**Company Overview**:
Grays Transport (Derbyshire) Ltd is a reputable family-run logistics company based in Ripley, Derbyshire. We specialize in the transportation of furniture from manufacturers to retailers, ensuring efficient and punctual deliveries across the country. Our services also extend to home delivery and stock storage facilities. With our cutting-edge technology, strategic central location, and unwavering commitment to excellence, we go beyond transporting furniture; we create an exceptional delivery experience, ensuring products reach their destinations promptly and in pristine condition.

**Job Summary**:
As a Junior Planner within our dynamic Planning team at Grays Transport, you will play a pivotal role in our Furniture distribution operations. Collaborating closely with senior planners, you will actively contribute to the efficient planning and execution of logistics processes.

This entry-level position offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the Furniture distribution sector while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist in Route Planning: Collaborate with senior planners to develop optimized transportation routes, considering delivery windows, traffic conditions, and cost-efficiency.
- Issue Resolution: Address issues and challenges that arise during the day, working proactively to find solutions and maintain smooth operations.
- Workload Management: Independently manage your workload, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines and objectives.

**Qualifications and Requirements**:

- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn in a fast-paced logistics environment.
- Strong geographical knowledge.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.

**Preferred Qualifications (Optional)**:

- Understanding of transportation regulations and industry best practices.
- Knowledge of logistics software systems (e.g., TMS, WMS).

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

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

**Salary**: £23,028.20 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Loyalty bonus

**Experience**:

- administration: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person