Transport Planner

Description:

A well respected and established supply chain and distribution business (one of the fastest growing transport companies in the UK) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Planner who is looking to take that next important career step. You will join an expanding, dynamic business in Castle Donington that will develop and support your career aspirations within logistics. The position is to work Mon to Fri days. The role would also suit a logistics professional with Transport Supervisory experience that combines planning and man-management expertise.

This is a great role for an ambitious individual to join this progressive business which has experienced year on year growth, and with further expansion plans, they have an exciting opportunity for a hard-working Transport Planner to join their team. You will enjoy the buzz of a busy transport environment and enjoy a variety of duties to include chasing hauliers for updates and ensuring that time scales are adhered to, reacting pro-actively to unforeseen issues that may impact on delivery times ensuring they are resolved as effectively as possible with the least impact on the business. You will engage with personnel at all levels of the business, building professional relationships as well as identifying areas for continuous improvement. Multimodal transport experience, rail and container logistics will be great to see but is not essential.

The qualities that are highly valued are professionalism, flexibility, an ability to use your initiative, client engagement and a willingness to do what it takes to deliver! Opportunities for advancement are very genuine as the business is expanding rapidly. Those that are looking for a career path within logistics, apply without delay.

The culture within the group is "to make things happen" from both customers' requirements, through to supporting the development of all staff.

A fantastic career can be developed within this expanding client. For immediate consideration get in touch ASAP.

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