Transport Planner

4 weeks ago

Widnes, United Kingdom Univar Solutions Full time

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Duties

 

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Planner to join the Transport Planning team at Widnes.

 

Reporting to the Transport Planning Team Leader and operating in a competitive market, you will be responsible for planning UK planning volume efficiently and cost effectively to meet KPI and budgetary targets, this will be achieved by using Transport Management System (TMS) to plan transport for all of our operational sites across the UK.  The role presents an opportunity to learn all aspects of planning across the UK portfolio. Salary - £28,000

 

 

 

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

 

The role would suit a competent individual with experience of working with good knowledge of the transport industry. The successful applicant will work to high standards in all aspects of their duties, be capable of working alone. It is essential that you are self-motivated, focused on customer satisfaction, flexible and happy to be a team player. Key tasks will include -

  • Review systematic plan created in TMS – validates the planning against specified criteria and makes changes and improvements where necessary and to minimise spend
  • Pre- plans volume where appropriate – reviews the order screens and plans ahead on specific relevant orders. Pulls forward orders that could be released in advance of delivery day to improve vehicle utilisation and realign orders in case of full routes to save on carrier costs
  • Closely controls and monitors costs and is responsible to record common carrier expenditure and to adhere to cost budgets. Actively strives to reduce costs and implement cost saving initiatives
  • Responsible for freight settlement – manages invoices in query, validates costs and approves or declines differences
  • Supports and helps to implement systematic improvements to improve further the effectiveness of the transport planning
  • Responsible to arrange haulage and to manage assigned haulers relevant to the operational sites.
  • Actively supports and plays a key role in adopting TMS system across the UK in the most cost efficient and logical manner

The role is pivotal around Customer Service and Operating Safely in line with one of our key values “Serious about Safety”

 

We Are Looking For

 

The successful candidate will have good transport experience, excellent communication skills, attention to detail and be flexible with work times. It is essential that you are self-motivated, willing to learn and have the relevant transport knowledge.  You will have high standards in all that you do and possess excellent customer service skills.

 

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet 

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. 

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We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee.  Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.  

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification

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