Transport Planner

Our clients are one of the leading specialist waste management organisations in the UK and due to continued growth are looking to add to their existing transport and logistics team with an additional transport planner. The company have enjoyed outstanding recent growth and this role is an excellent chance to join a business that is constantly growing and therefore offering genuine career opportunities.

**2. JOB PURPOSE**

To plan day to day effective and efficient routes for EESW vehicle fleet to maximise waste volumes collected and minimise operational costs. Using planning software and own knowledge, produce routes which are achievable / feasible whilst maximising resource utilisation and considering legal restrictions. Plan effective routes to meet customer expectations and service level agreements (SLAs).

**3. JOB FUNCTIONS**
- To manage the day-to-day transport planning operations ensuring operational and customer requirements are met to agreed parameters.
- Production of daily KPIs to show volumes and efficiencies.
- Conduct planning assessments including performance reviews to highlight potential operational improvements.
- Assist in the review and development of the company transport strategy to incorporate growth.
- Support the National Fleet Compliance Manager (NFCM) with regard to vehicle maintenance and driver training requirements in line with the company Operator licence requirements (Eg: vehicles are presented for service on the correct dates as required by the service planner).

**4. KEY DUTIES include**:

- Operate planning software to produce effective and efficient routes.
- Plan routes within legal limits and driver working time.
- Maximise effectiveness of available vehicle and driver resource.
- Review accuracy of incoming customer orders for logístical efficiency.
- Working with the customer service department, review customer orders, priority orders and SLAs.
- Produce and review all driver schedules and collection paperwork on a daily basis.
- Produce day to day reports and KPIs on planning efficiency and resource availability and utilisation.
- Manage on time calls by prioritising customers when planning.
- Any other duties required to effectively complete the role.

**5. KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, TECHNICAL AND PERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED**

Required
- Good geographical knowledge of mainland UK.
- Experience of planning using automated routing TMS software such as Paragon, Optrak or similar.
- Customer service experience / experience of meeting customer expectations.
- An understanding of Operator Licence obligations and regulations.
- Experience of producing KPIs and reports on a regular basis.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong telephone manner.
- Excellent numerical skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Positive and motivated with flexible and adaptable attitude.
- Problem solving and solution focussed ability.
- Well organised and self-disciplined with the ability to work quickly and calmly under pressure.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective and positive working relationships within and outside of the department.
- Must demonstrate high levels of integrity and adopt a professional approach in all interactions - should be transparent, open, and honest in all dealings.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations and / or systems.
- A flexible attitude to the team’s work, including a willingness to reprioritise and undertake additional tasks if required.
- Strong PC and technical knowledge and skills with a good working knowledge of the Microsoft packages including Word and Excel.

Desirable
- Experience working within waste industry most desirable, however, alternative industries with relevant experience will be considered.
- Whilst all the required skills listed above are very important, the most important quality is the desire to offer an unrivalled approach to work, the desire to learn and support the management team and most importantly an attitude to succeed and grow whilst working in this challenging environment.
- Highbridge Talent are acting as a recruitment agency for this role_

**Salary**: From £27,825.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person