Planner (Transport) - Pall-Ex Logistics - Essex
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Planner (Transport) - Pall-Ex Logistics - Essex

  • Writer: pall-ex
    pall-ex
  • 2 days ago
  • 2 min read

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Planner to join the Pall-Ex Logistics Operations team.  The roles involves daily planning and resource management to ensure service and cost requirements are met.

 

The role is offered on a permanent basis and is an office based role.

 

Role Specific Responsibilities

  • ·Ensure Daily planning service and cost requirements are met

  • Plan all General haulage routes efficiently using KPIs

  • Ensure all drivers are contacted/monitored daily

  • Monitor using inhouse tracking systems and technology

  • Ensure all drivers hold the relevant entitlement for the vehicles they are driving

  • Ensure all drivers remain legally compliant and driving hours are monitored

  • Achieve set revenue targets monitored by KPIs

 

Strengths, Skills and Competencies

  • Previous experience in a Transport Planner role

  • Knowledge of Driver Working Time Directives

  • Confident telephone manner and verbal written communication skills

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

  • High level of accuracy and confidentiality

  • Integrity and professional attitude

  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment

  • Confidence to problem solve

  • Excellent IT skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly

 

What we’d like to give you

  • Great pension scheme with life assurance

  • Employee Assistance Programme WeCare 24/7 GP service, Dental App & Mental Health App

  • Secure onsite parking

  • Volunteer opportunities

  • Opportunities for training and development

  • Excellent opportunities for progression within the Company


We are proud to have been awarded the Gold Armed Forces Covenant and therefore we encourage veterans to apply for our roles and if the essential criteria is met then we will endeavour to offer an interview.


If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.



If you are interested in the role please can you send your CV and cover letter to HR (Recruitment@pallex.co.uk) or click the button below!



 

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