Transport Planner

Placed: 02/12/17
Region: Lancashire
Location: Preston
Category: Jobs


Content of the advertisement:

To take responsibility for the timely traffic planning of routes and scheduling delivery times to ensure that the customer receives a first class service in a cost effective way.

Accountabilities:
Working with customers/suppliers/drivers and other traffic desks, planning routes and scheduling delivery times to ensure the smooth running of the operation
Prioritising workload, route planning driver brief and de-brief
Strong organisational skills for planning schedules, journeys and loads
Excellent communication skills and the ability to deal with people at all levels
Maintain computerised system and be able to use excel spread sheets
A good understanding of Transport Regulations currently in force
Good geographical knowledge

Specific Experience
Traffic Management
Dealing with VOSA Compliance
Problem solving/logical thinking
Working unsupervised, continually managing time and prioritising work to meet tight deadlines

Specific Skills
Computer skills, Excel Essential
Good communication skills, interaction at all levels internal and external.
Geographical knowledge
Team player with a flexible Can Do attitude

Price / Salary: £25000/annum