Company Description
2Excel Logistics Limited provides nationwide and European logistics and road haulage services, supporting a wide range of commercial customers. Established in 2009, the company has grown to 10 operational depots across the UK, including locations such as Letchworth Garden City, Wilstead, Leighton Buzzard, Burntwood, Peterborough, and Sunderland. 2Excel Logistics focuses on competitive rates, excellent customer service, and tailored transport solutions. Dedicated account handlers bring over 200 years of combined transport experience, contributing to consistent year-on-year growth. Applicants can expect to join a stable, expanding logistics business with a strong reputation in the industry.
Role Description
The Night Transport Planner is a full-time, on-site role based in Bowburn, responsible for planning and coordinating night-time transport operations. Day-to-day tasks include scheduling vehicle routes, allocating loads to drivers, and ensuring timely collections and deliveries in line with customer requirements. The role involves monitoring live operations, responding to delays or issues, and updating systems and stakeholders with accurate information. The Night Transport Planner will collaborate with drivers, depot teams, and customer service colleagues to maximize fleet efficiency, maintain safety standards, and meet service level agreements. The role also includes maintaining accurate transport documentation, using planning software, and contributing to continuous improvement in night operations.
Qualifications
- Experience in transport planning or logistics coordination, ideally within road haulage or a similar environment.
- Strong IT and systems skills, including confident use of transport management systems, route planning tools, and MS Office (especially "Excel").
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with drivers, depot staff, and customers.
- Solid organizational and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and the capacity to make decisions under time pressure.
- Knowledge of UK and European road transport regulations, driver hours, and compliance requirements is highly beneficial.
- Ability to work night shifts reliably, maintain focus, and manage workload independently while contributing to a team environment.
- Previous experience in a fast-paced logistics operation and familiarity with KPI targets and performance reporting is an advantage.
- Relevant qualifications in logistics, transport management, or a related field are desirable but not essential; equivalent practical experience will be considered.
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