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Transport Scheduler (Maternity Leave)
Warings Furniture
Breckland District
On-site
GBP 25,000 - 35,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is on the lookout for a meticulous Transport Scheduler to oversee delivery routes during maternity leave. This role is perfect for someone with a strong understanding of UK roads and traffic management. You will be pivotal in creating cost-effective and eco-friendly delivery routes, assisting drivers and the operations team. The company offers a supportive environment with modern offices, competitive salary, and generous holiday allowance. If you're detail-oriented and thrive in a dynamic setting, this is the opportunity for you!
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience as a Transport Scheduler or Route Planner is essential.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are required.
Responsibilities
- Manage delivery and collection schedules efficiently.
- Ensure all delivery paperwork is accurate and complete.
- Liaise with sales, dispatch teams, and drivers for smooth operations.
Skills
Job description
Transport Scheduler (Maternity Leave)
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.
Responsibilities:
- Managing delivery and collection schedules
- Ensuring all delivery paperwork is in order and correct (e.g. delivery notes)
- Booking in deliveries and collections with customers and on-site representatives
- Liaison with sales and dispatch teams, delivery drivers, & site representatives
- Organising and arranging vehicle checks & update maintenance records
- Fleet management (fleet insurance, fleet recovery, vehicle servicing, MOTs)
- Managing pool car bookings
- Managing congestion charges/tolls etc. as required
- Booking overnight accommodation for drivers
- Organising quotes from 3rd parties, subcontractors
- Managing the Fuel Card account.
In return we offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Modern open plan spacious offices
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- 3% Workplace pension
- Monday to Friday 09:00- 17:30 Working hours
We are located in a rural area therefore transport is essential.
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