Transport Planner

7 days ago


Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom The Best Solutions Hull Ltd Full time

Key Qualifications and Skills:

- Comprehensive knowledge of driver's hours and working time regulations.
- Proficiency in managing daily operations to ensure punctual collections and deliveries.
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with both drivers and customers, adept at resolving issues to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Skill in negotiating with customers to settle costs related to delays, returned loads, and other exceptional circumstances, while making cost-effective decisions.
- Responsibility for arranging vehicle maintenance, MOTs, and other scheduled appointments in collaboration with the transport manager.
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, with the capacity to make decisive and cost-effective decisions swiftly.
- Ability to work independently and show initiative after being acquainted with the company's procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills, crucial for managing multiple time-sensitive tasks.
- Proven capability to expand the client base and develop new business, aiding in the company's continuous growth.

**Responsibilities**:

- Lead daily planning for 30 vehicles, coordinating timely deliveries and arranging for UK reloads alongside a colleague.
- Constantly liaise with drivers throughout the day, monitoring their progress to ensure compliance with customer deadlines.
- Identify potential and actual problems that may impact delivery schedules and develop appropriate solutions.
- Communicate effectively with customers to keep them informed about the progress of their deliveries.
- Assist drivers with any issues they face while on their delivery routes.
- Maintain awareness of compliance requirements and relevant legislation affecting the operation.

Required Experience:

- Minimum of 2 years in road haulage.
- At least 1 year of experience in transport planning.

Optional - Polish language would be beneficial but not necessary.

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

**Salary**: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to Commute:

- Hull (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Hull: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Transport Planner


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