Transport Planner

Rewards and Benefits on offer; • Competitive starting salary • A permanent opportunity from day 1 • Immediate start date • Monday – Friday working hours promoting a healthy work/life balance • Friendly and supportive working environment The Company you will be working for; MTrec Commercial are proudly representing our prestigious client on their search for an experienced Transport Planner to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. If you feel you have the required skills and experience, then please apply for an immediate response! The Role you will be doing; • Scheduling trucks and drivers to fulfil the requirements of all operating departments • Being proactive in seeking backloads to ensure empty return journeys are at an absolute minimum • Developing operational improvements, focusing on cost reductions and customer satisfaction • Developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and internal customers • Liaising with Department Managers and Co-ordinators • Knowledge of operating costs to enable accurate pricing to our customers • Ensuring compliance with Company CPC terms • Recognising opportunities for service level improvement and implementing. • Ensuring the fleet is operating within transport budgets. • Where subcontractors are used, ensuring that only LV approved suppliers are utilised. • Being fully conversant with the company IT/computer system • Always ensuring the safe Load distribution on vehicles • At all times ensure compliance to LV HSSQE systems and procedures About You; • Positive, enthusiastic, dedicated and able to fit into a busy and productive team. • Experienced in transport Management of company owned equipment and subcontractor / owner drivers. • Experience in all truck / trailer types • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 - Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and internal systems. • Excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to work in a pressurised environment. • Ability to balance conflicting priorities with strong decision making • Excellent customer service skills. • Excellent written and oral communication skills. • Be articulate and have meticulous attention to detail. • Possess a strong team working ethic, with influencing and negotiating skills. • Have the tenacity to succeed and the ability to grow in the role. • Flexible regarding cover for holiday and sickness cover