Transport Planner - Newton-le-Willows, United Kingdom - H&M Distribution

H&M Distribution

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Newton-le-Willows, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:
Transport Planner

Overview of Role
H&M Distribution Limited are actively looking for a Transport Planner to join their friendly team within our Newton-le-Willows. Offering a competitive salary, personal and professional growth possibilities, and a comprehensive benefits and incentives package.

As Transport Planner you will be a key member of the planning team and responsible for supporting the daily operation of the Transport Desk ensuring its efficient, safe, and legally compliant.

This means that resources are effectively managed and maximising revenue whilst minimising costs.

It is essential for this position you hold transport industry experience, have excellent communication skills with effective interpersonal skills as well as the capacity to operate independently in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

About us

H&M Distribution & International is a leading provider in the pallet haulage industry formed in January 2007, offering transport and warehousing services out of our Warrington facility in the Northwest of England.

Our company is rapidly developing and employ over 170 employees across 3 depots within the UK.

We believe that the key to our success is a result of the people we employ ensuring as an employer, we provide the right training and development to ensure that each individual can grow their skills and strengths to be successful.

We pride ourselves on building strong relationships with all employees through open and honest communication.

Benefits & Incentives

Competitive Pay Rate
Quarterly Bonus Incentive Scheme
28 Days Annual Leave, 1 Additional Day off for your Birthday and Additional Holidays for Length of Service.
The ability to purchase additional holidays through our Holiday Purchase Scheme.
Length of Service Bonus
Death in Service
Free Company Uniform
Training and Development Programmes
Company Pension Scheme
Wellbeing & Counselling Programme
Free Onsite Parking

Key Responsibilities

Supporting the daily route planning process of Palletways deliveries and ensuring all are successfully completed
Planning loads and routes that are commercially beneficial including protecting timed deliveries, ensuring all are commercially beneficial.
First point of contact for drivers and ensuring drivers are dispatched to the hub in a timely manner
Support and assist in the planning and tracking the fleet general activity
Continually reviewing plans to ensure they are efficient and costeffective
Working closely with different departments and gaining their knowledge in order to maintain an effective and seamless operation
Managing accurate ETA's and daily POD clearance ensuring any repeated issues are escalated to the Depot Manager
Ensuring all runs are issued and drivers depart in a timely manner.
Maintain knowledge of the Health, Safety and Quality Management, in order to confidentially address noncompliance and create a positive workplace culture.
Responsibility for ensuring drivers legal compliance is adhered to on drivers' hours, defect reporting and tachograph rules.
Support and assist Depot Manager in performing delegated tasks to a high standard.

Requirements:

Experience within a transport industry environment
Excellent communication skills
Excellent team working skills to effectively collaborate with other team members, departments, and depots
Strong attention to detail
Have the ability to work well under pressure
Ability to influence
Good geographical knowledge of the UK
Selfmotivated & flexible

Reports to:
Transport Manager

Location:
Junction Lane,Sankey Valley Industrial Estate, WA12 8DN

Hours:
Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week,
7am-4pm

Salary:
£28,000**
Salary: £28,000.00 per year

Schedule: