At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan customer deliveries and ensure safety standards are met while liaising with stakeholders.
- Company: Join DS Smith Packaging, a leader in high-quality cardboard solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy a pension scheme, life assurance, and occupational health support.
- Other info: Rotating shifts with opportunities for career growth and improvement.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team delivering world-class service in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a knack for problem-solving are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 37000 £ per year.
Transport Planner As the flagship UK site for DS Smith Packaging, we operate our own fleet of HGV drivers, delivering high-quality cardboard packaging to customers across the Midlands and East of England.
Our Transport team is key to our success, and we pride ourselves on inspiring leadership, modern vehicles, and a supportive work environment.
Our DS Smith site in Fordham is now recruiting for a Transport Planner to join us in delivering upon our service strategy to achieve service excellence, following a successful internal promotion.
The focus is to deliver world-class service in a fast paced environment to delight our customers, grow our business and contribute towards achieving and exceeding Fordham's goals and targets.
Key Responsibilities Plan customer deliveries and back hauls to ensure delivery window targets and safety standards are met in accordance with legislation and company policies and procedures.
Carry out all transport office related activity.
Liaise with stakeholders and customers to communicate routes, delays and possible issues with deliveries and collections, working in partnership with sub-contractors to source replacement drivers.
Develop back haul lanes with customers to maintain fleet utilisation.
Ensure compliance with WTD regulations and legislation reducing tachograph infringements to below the company target.
Handle and resolve customer queries and complaints in line with company procedures.
Identify opportunities for improvement to reduce cost and/or time.
Cover of shifts with colleagues in department.
This role operates on a rotating shift pattern 06:00 - 14:00, 14:00 - 20:00 with a 1 in 3 week Saturday cover.
Benefits: Aviva Pension scheme Life assurance Income protection Occupational Health
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At DS Smith, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety, quality, and employee development. As the General Manager at our Featherstone site, you'll lead a passionate team in a high-performing environment, with ample opportunities for personal and professional growth, competitive benefits, and a commitment to sustainability. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the packaging industry while fostering a culture where every colleague feels valued and empowered.
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DS SMITH PACKAGING LIMITED Recruitment Team
