At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and route deliveries, ensuring timely freight operations during night shifts.
- Company: Leading 3PL Distributor with a strong reputation in logistics.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £40k plus excellent benefits.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in transport planning.
- Qualifications: Experience in transport planning and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Strive are a UK wide Supply Chain & Logistics management recruiter. Are you the right applicant for this opportunity? Find out by reading through the role overview below.
Our client is a leading 3PL Distributor and we are delighted to assist them in their search for an experienced Transport planning professional as they look to recruit a Transport Planner at their site in Melksham, Wiltshire on a Monday to Friday permanent nights basis (1800hrs - 0400hrs). Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will be part of a transport office team in a busy and well-established Pallet Network operation. You'll take full ownership of planning the freight, ensuring it's delivered on time and in full. As this is a night role, we're looking for someone confident working independently, who can make sound operational decisions and keep things running smoothly through the night.
Key Accountabilities as Transport Planner:
- Debrief day operation
- Scan inbound & outbound freight
- Plan and route all network deliveries for the next day on a multi-drop basis (mixed fleet of 100 units)
- Plan and allocate drivers and vehicles for day and night operations
- Assist with out-of-hours incidents
- Support the wider transport team to maintain operational efficiency
The Ideal Person for the Transport Planner role:
- Previous experience in a similar transport planning role
- Experience within a pallet network environment (highly advantageous)
- Forklift licence (desirable)
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Good communication skills
- IT Savvy with attention to detail
- Confident decision-making ability
- Flexible approach and willingness to work in a varied, fast-paced environment
This is a fantastic opportunity we look forward to your application.
Transport Planner (Nights) in Westminster employer: Strive Supply Chain services ltd
Strive is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Wiltshire, where you can thrive as a Transport Planner. With competitive salaries and excellent benefits, we prioritise employee growth and development, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation within our well-established Pallet Network operation. Join us for a rewarding career that values your expertise and provides opportunities to make impactful decisions in a fast-paced logistics setting.
Contact Details:
Strive Supply Chain services ltd Recruitment Team
