Transport Planner

Ref: 533433

Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

£32,000

• Permanent
• Route Optimization
• Team Leadership
• Transport Management

About the candidate

A seasoned Transport Planner with over two years of experience in logistics and transport management. Known for minimising delivery delays and using advanced planning tools like Paragon / CTMS to ensure efficient network movements. Skilled in route planning for cost-effectiveness and customer satisfaction, while managing communication between drivers, customers, and management.

What makes them great?

• Problem Resolution: Reduced delivery delays by identifying and resolving transport issues, thereby improving delivery efficiency.
• KPI Monitoring & Reporting: Effectively monitored key performance indicators and provided insightful reports to management aimed at driving continuous improvement.
• Team Training: Proactively trained new and existing transport planners, enhancing team skills and performance.

Areas of expertise

• Route and Schedule Planning: Proficient in using route optimization software to enhance delivery efficiency and reduce costs.
• Data Management: Skilled in managing transportation, financial, and inventory records to maintain accuracy and compliance.
• Team Leadership: Managed a team of 8, including transport planners and administrators, in a fast-paced environment.