|
Title: | Transport Planner (VR/02923) |
|
Date Posted: | 30th June 2015 |
Salary/Rate: | £18,000 - £24,000 |
Location: | St Ives |
Type: | Temporary |
Contact: | Sue Lovesey |
Description: | £18,000 - £24,000 Temp to perm or straight perm
This role is situated in a very busy transport office where you will be responsible for co-ordinating multi-drop deliveries for 20 vehicles across 2 sites. Duties will include: • Checking Drivers are in work and available and all delivery requirements can be met. • Chasing any Drivers not accounted for and arranging for routes to be covered by other Drivers as appropriate. • Route Planning. • Allocating Available Drivers to each route and providing them with the documentation and information needed for each drop. • Updating and maintaining bespoke system which details all Driver Allocations, Delivery requirements etc. • Handling and resolving issues and problems arising such as break downs, late deliveries, traffic issues etc. • Liaise with the Customer to inform them of any issues resulting in delay or problem with their delivery. • Liaising with Drivers using a 2 way radio. • Liaison with other areas of the business as required.
Previous expereince within a Transport Office is essential. Candidates will be comfortable in a fast paced, sometimes pressurised environment where it is essential that deadlines are met. A proven ability to multi-task and spin plates is key to the success of this role. You should be a good communicator as a large part of the role will be providing instructions and support to Drivers on two way radio as well as dealing with some customer enquiries by telephone. The office is open from 6am - 6pm. Candidates will be required to work 6 - 4, 7 - 5 or 8 - 6. ALso includes 1 in 3 Saturday mornings..
|
|
|
|
|