Transport Planner - Thorpe Hamlet, United Kingdom - DB Foods Ltd

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Transport Planner

Salary:
Competitive


Location:
Banbury, Oxfordshire


Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday

7am - 4pm

Who We Are:


The leading wholesale meat supplier to the butchery and food service industry in the UK, DB Foods Limited supplies a comprehensive range of quality wholesale meat, poultry, game and deli products.

We have a proven track record in supplying a diverse customer base including Restaurant Groups, Airlines, Cruise Ships, High Street & Catering Butchers, UK Multiples and Online Businesses.

We are expanding our team and are looking for a Transport Planner to join our Transport and Operations team.

The is a crucial role for supporting the day to day running of the team, your key responsibility will be to build effective Transport Plans to ensure the effective running of the Transport team to meet customer expectations.


What We Offer:


  • Life Assurance Policy
  • Employee Assistance Programme which includes offers and discounts for shops and restaurants
  • Discounted meat hampers
  • Free onsite parking
  • Growing company with career progression opportunities within the DB Foods Group

For further information on our company and the benefits we offer, please click the link below:


Key Responsibilities:


  • Create daily Transport Plans ensuring the meet customer orders and expectations.
  • Work with the Transport Management Team to ensure effective management and planning of drivers.
  • Deliver effective communication to the whole driving team.
  • Answer customer, sales and driver queries and escalate where necessary.
  • Ensure Driver Hours and Regulations are being adhered to with the Transport Plans.
  • Adhering to Health and Safety policies & practices.
  • Assisting with any other administration tasks as and when required.

Skills and Experience:


  • Strong communication skills
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Understanding of working time regulations and Tachograph
  • Ability to build strong working relationships
  • Flexibility, can work in a fast paced business
  • Class 1 or 2 HGV license
  • Good English and Maths skills
  • Good IT skills including Outlook, Word and Excel

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Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Benefits:


  • Discounted or free food
  • Life insurance
  • Wellness programme

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location:
One location

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