Transport Planner Location: Bridgwater Shift: 4on 4off, Days About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services.

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Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency.

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Job Description: At Gregory Distribution, we are currently seeking a Transport Planner in our Bridgwater depot.

This position will be working within the transport team and will involve all aspect of the transport operations and administration processes and coordination of the day to day running of this busy contract.

Key Responsibilities: Planning and organising the activities of the Transport Operation, including deliveries and collections nationwide.

Planning loads using a fleet of articulated vehicles - maximising service and vehicle efficiency Trailer management, ensuring customer requirements are met on a daily basis.

Liaising with the warehouse and on-site shunter to ensure that trailers and vehicles are available when required.

Ensure deliveries and collections are completed as per customer requirements whilst also monitoring KPI for delivery on time, shift revenue and vehicle utilisation.

Managing and de-briefing drivers on a daily/weekly basis.

Ensure vehicle checks and defects are completed and recorded via Vehicle Check App.

Communicating collection times and delivery bookings with both internal and external customers.

Meet on a regular basis with Line Managers to ensure that we are operating efficiently.

Identifying and developing additional areas where we can add value to the contract.

Ensuring that all contracted work is booked though our internal department and in line with customers' expectations.

Meeting daily revenue KPI Targets and reporting to the Transport Manager on a weekly basis.

Ensuring that all TMS systems relating to the contracted deliveries are updated and monitored.

General administration duties to include, filing, photocopying and data input.

Adherence to policies and procedures within the Business Area.

Requirements: Experience of working in a similar role is preferred.

Ability to communicate at all levels.

Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.

Excellent organisational skills and prioritising workload.

Attention to detail.

Working to deadlines.

Solution driven and Flexible approach to your work.

Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.

MS packages to include, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd? Competitive Salary : £32,000pa - £40,000pa, depending on experience.

Hours : 06:00hrs - 18:00hrs, based on a 4on 4off rota.

Training : Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.

Benefits : Additional holiday purchasing scheme *, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits *, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support *, and more.

Career Growth : Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.

Company Benefits : Excellent holiday allowance.

Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme *.

Extras : Christmas Savings Club *, Black Circle Tyre Discount *, Cycle To Work Scheme *, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.

Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support * program.

Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

How to Apply If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now! Please submit your application as soon as possible.

Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient application Eligibility : Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions.

Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

Contact Us : For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at .

Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

Note to Recruitment Agencies : We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. xcunqrw

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