Transport Planner
Job Introduction
At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer.
We are currently looking for a Transport Planner to join our friendly team based in Bawtry. Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.
Role Responsibility
Key Accountabilities:
- Ensure 100% adherence to all Transport legislation and Safety protocols understanding safety starts with me
- Ensure all policies, processes and tools are utilised which will ensure customer deliveries are planned with a high level of accuracy and within service level agreements
- Address scheduling issues with the Fulfilment & customer service teams and provide solutions to resolve
- Analyse network performance identifying opportunities for continuous improvement with a focus on maximising profits and reducing costs
- To escalate issues and communicate outcomes where appropriate, implementing recommendations to avoid recurrence
- Meet financial targets relating to all Transport related activity
- Work with suppliers/hauliers to identify synergies to either reduce cost or maximise utilisation
- To effectively communicate by phone/email with all external hauliers and own fleet drivers ensuring clear instruction and query resolution
- Effectively utilise the TMS (AX) to carry out the day-to-day Transport related activity
- Able to prioritise own work load
The Ideal Candidate
Our people come from a variety of different backgrounds and prior experience isn’t always necessary for success. This following transferable skills and qualifications are beneficial in this role.
- Driver Management
- Drivers Hours & Regulations
- Industry Legislation
- Operational costings
- O Licence Requirements
- Operational Efficiencies
- Development and internal and external relationships
- Positive Communication
Why Us
We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits:
- Bonus scheme
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
- Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
- Training and development opportunities
Interested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on… are you ready to build your future?
At Tarmac we are passionate that our workforce reflects the communities where we operate. Our ambition is that everyone regardless of level, role, or background will enjoy an environment of respect, inclusion and belonging. We actively remove barriers to ensure everyone is supported and can reach their potential with us. We take active steps to encourage people from a broad range of backgrounds to apply for jobs at Tarmac as we believe a diverse, inclusive company will enable everyone to thrive. We are a disability confident employer and will make reasonable adjustments as required. We are committed to support part-time and flexible working and believe getting the balance right is critical to personal and professional success.
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