At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate transport operations and ensure timely deliveries across the UK.
- Company: Join Pollock Scotrans Ltd, a leader in logistics and transport services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent holiday allowance, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Enjoy training opportunities and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make an impact in logistics while developing your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in logistics planning and proficiency in MS Office required.
The predicted salary is between 34000 - 42000 £ per year.
Location:
About Us: At Pollock Scotrans Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. We are currently seeking a Transport Planner in our Bathgate depot. This position will be working within the transport team and will involve all aspects of the transport administration processes and coordination of the day-to-day running of this busy contract.
- Coordinate and oversee transport operations, including nationwide deliveries and collections.
- Plan and allocate loads effectively using a fleet of articulated vehicles.
- Ensure timely and accurate deliveries and collections in line with customer requirements, while monitoring KPIs such as on-time performance, shift revenue, and vehicle utilisation.
- Communicate collection schedules and delivery bookings with internal teams and external customers.
- Identify and develop opportunities to add value within the contract.
- Achieve daily revenue KPI targets and provide weekly performance reports to the Transport Manager.
- Maintain and update TMS systems for all contracted deliveries.
- Perform general administrative tasks, including filing, photocopying, and data entry.
- Comply with all business area policies and procedures.
Experience of planning in the logistics industry is essential. Knowledge of legal compliance including driver's hours and Working Time Directive regulations. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Competitive Salary: £34,839.75 per annum.
Hours: 08:00hrs - 20:00hrs on a 4on 4off rota basis.
Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
Additional benefits include holiday purchasing scheme, retail discounts, wellbeing support, career growth opportunities, excellent holiday allowance, life assurance, pension, sickness scheme, Christmas Savings Club, Black Circle Tyre Discount, Cycle To Work Scheme, free uniform, and paid Volunteer Day.
Please submit your application as soon as possible. Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.
Transport Planner (Logistics) in Central employer: Pollock Scotrans Ltd
At Pollock Scotrans Ltd, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment in our Bathgate depot, where our Transport Planners play a crucial role in ensuring operational excellence. With competitive salaries, extensive training opportunities, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we empower our team to grow professionally while enjoying a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and retail discounts. Join us to be part of a company that values compliance, efficiency, and the development of its employees.
