Same Day Transport Planner
Same Day Transport Planner \| £35,000
Mon\- Fri 09:30 \- 18:30 \| Riddings, Alfreton
(Rotating Morning \& Afternoon shift pattern also available)
We’re looking for a hands\-on Same Day Transport Planner, who . will be responsible for planning and optimising delivery routes for our fleet of haulage vehicles to ensure timely, cost\-effective, and compliant transportation of goods. You'll play an important role in maintaining operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Our Benefits Package
- 23 days annual leave, increasing annually up to 28 days, plus 8 bank holidays
- One paid volunteer day per year
- Health Shield cashback plan \- up to £1,000 per year towards everyday health and wellbeing costs
- Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential counselling support
- Employee discount hub with savings on high‑street retailers, gyms and leisure
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Develop and optimize daily delivery routes for drivers based on customer requirements, traffic patterns, and vehicle availability.
- Communicate with drivers to ensure a seamless process is followed each working day.
- Monitor real\-time traffic and weather conditions to make dynamic route adjustments.
- Maximise vehicle and driver utilisation to ensure deliveries are completed as efficiently as possible.
- Coordinate with drivers, warehouse staff, and customer service teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Use route planning and fleet management software to track vehicle movements and performance.
- Utilise the Work diary to ensure accurate records of daily operations are logged and maintained for financial analysis, including actual routes, delivery times, and fuel usage.
- Analyse route performance data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
- Build relationships with customers to ensure future business security.
- Provide support during emergencies or unexpected delays by rerouting vehicles as needed.
- Identify opportunities for integration and resource sharing with partner Silver X and action as appropriate.
- Take work from the Network to ensure maximum fleet utilisation and revenue is achieved.
- What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience in logistics, transport planning, or a similar role.
- Strong geographical knowledge and understanding of road networks.
- Proficiency in route planning software
- Knowledge of transport regulations and compliance standards.
- Familiarity with telematics and GPS tracking systems.
- Excellent problem\-solving and decision\-making skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Excellent problem\-solving and decision\-making skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Are you the one who keeps operations running smoothly when it matters most? Apply today!
*Bow Distribution is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please contact* *Recruitment@silverxgroup.co.uk* .
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