Transport Operations Planning Lead

4 weeks ago


Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Barrett Steel Full time

Position Overview: In this pivotal role, you will report directly to the Group Logistics Director, overseeing the daily coordination of customer shipments and internal inventory transfers. Your focus will be on enhancing customer satisfaction while ensuring exceptional service levels.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Barrett Steel Drivers and various sites within our extensive UK network to create seamless and effective transport plans that our drivers and logistics teams can execute.
  • Play a crucial role in the safe, efficient, and effective management of transport operations, fostering a culture of safety and inclusivity while achieving results.
  • Design, develop, and implement optimal transport strategies across the Barrett Steel Group Network, addressing all customer and operational needs.
  • Enhance inter-depot movements to maximize fleet utilization.
  • Ensure compliance with Working Time Directive regulations and all relevant transport legislation.
  • Manage customer locations and pertinent information to support network planning, including delivery windows, vehicle restrictions, and delivery point specifications.
  • Coordinate loads with subcontractors and negotiate rates as necessary.

Collaboration and Efficiency: Leverage the broader Barrett Steel Group network, working alongside other depots to ensure planning is conducted in the most efficient and effective manner.

Customer Engagement: Handle customer orders and integrate them into a streamlined plan, minimizing empty runs and maximizing profitability while adhering to agreed-upon KPI targets.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Highly competitive salary based on experience
  • Car or car allowance
  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Annual Cycle to Work scheme
  • Company discount program for retail and leisure savings
  • Barrett Steel pension plan
  • Life assurance coverage

Candidate Profile: We seek individuals who possess the passion, drive, and confidence to work collaboratively and creatively within the organization. Candidates should have:

  • Experience in a multi-site transport planning role, particularly in a dynamic transport office environment.
  • The ability to analyze data to develop optimized transport planning solutions.
  • A proactive, positive attitude with the initiative to continually refine transport plans, ensuring efficiency and feasibility while maintaining targeted vehicle earnings and customer service standards.

Our Commitment: At Barrett Steel, our workforce is our greatest asset. We are looking for dedicated, ambitious individuals who embody a 'can-do' spirit to help us grow and enhance our business.



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