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Transport Scheduler

Warings Furniture

Breckland District

On-site

GBP 24,000 - 36,000

Full time

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Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a highly organised Transport Scheduler to enhance their delivery operations. This role is perfect for someone with a good knowledge of UK roads, who can create cost-effective and environmentally friendly delivery routes. You will coordinate schedules, manage paperwork, and liaise with drivers and sales teams to ensure efficient delivery processes. Join this dynamic team and contribute to a well-organised logistics operation in a supportive environment. If you have a knack for planning and a passion for customer service, this opportunity is made for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
3% Workplace pension
Modern open plan spacious offices

Qualifications

  • Experience in transport scheduling or route planning.
  • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Manage delivery and collection schedules effectively.
  • Ensure all delivery paperwork is accurate and complete.
  • Liaise with drivers and sales teams for smooth operations.

Skills

Organisation
Knowledge of UK roads
Traffic management
Customer interaction

Job description

Transport Scheduler

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented experienced Transport Scheduler / Route Planner.

This role would suit someone with good knowledge of UK roads (perhaps an ex-driver) who understands traffic, parking, and customer interactions. You will play a key part in creating cost effective and environmentally friendly delivery routes while supporting our drivers and operations team.

You will be responsible for coordinating and confirming the schedules for our team of delivery drivers and ensuring the efficient flow of operations for the delivery of our products:

Duties:

  1. Managing delivery and collection schedules
  2. Ensuring all delivery paperwork is in order and correct (e.g. delivery notes)
  3. Booking in deliveries and collections with customers and on-site representatives
  4. Liaison with sales and dispatch teams, delivery drivers, & site representatives
  5. Organising and arranging vehicle checks & update maintenance records
  6. Fleet management (fleet insurance, fleet recovery, vehicle servicing, MOTs)
  7. Managing pool car bookings
  8. Managing congestion charges/tolls etc. as required
  9. Booking overnight accommodation for drivers
  10. Organising quotes from 3rd parties, subcontractors
  11. Managing the Fuel Card account.

In return we offer:
  1. Competitive Salary
  2. Modern open plan spacious offices
  3. 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  4. 3% Workplace pension
  5. Monday to Friday 09:00- 17:30 Working hours

We are located in a rural area therefore transport is essential.
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