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Transport Planning Supervisor

Posted 2 days ago by Uniserve Holdings Limited
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The Vacancy

Uniserve, a leading logistics and freight forwarding company, seeks a driven and organised Transport Planning Supervisor to join our growing team.

The shift pattern is 5 on 2 off then 5 on 3 off .

Week One 10am until 7pm

Week Two 6am until 4pm.

What you'll do:

  • Oversee the activities of our transport fleet, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Plan and approve efficient transport routes that comply with regulations (WTD & drivers' hours).
  • Delegate tasks effectively and provide clear instructions to drivers.
  • Develop cost-effective transport plans using customer IT software.
  • Support the Transport Planning Manager in driving departmental success.
  • Monitor transport management software and ensure departmental efficiency.
  • Liaise with depots, customers, and sales teams to resolve delivery issues and ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Uphold health & safety regulations within the department.
  • Bridge the gap between sales and operations, fostering a seamless customer experience.

You bring:

  • Experience in transport planning.
  • Knowledge of transport legislation.
  • Proficiency in MS Office.
  • Experience with transport management systems.
  • A keen eye for detail.
  • Team leadership experience.
  • A self-motivated and proactive approach.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and achieve targets.
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
  • Collaborative spirit.
  • Commitment to upholding SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Quality) policies.

We offer:

  • Competitive salary & benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Be part of a growing and successful company.

Ready to join a team that puts customer satisfaction first? Apply today!

The Company

At Uniserve we do amazing things. We are at the forefront of change, leading the transformation of the logistics and global trade management market. We have big ideas that push the boundaries and heaps of ambition that means we deliver on our promises time and again. People are the backbone of our business and the key to our continued success which is why we invest in training and development at all levels.

Required skills

  • 1
    Communication Skills
  • 1
    Road Transport
  • 1
    Transport Networks
  • 1
    Planning
  • 1
    MS Office

Application questions

Are you able to commit to the shift pattern?
Are you confident to communicate with drivers and customers via MS Outlook, MS Teams, and telephone.?
Can you travel to South Kirkby each day to arrive in time for the shift pattern?
Do you have experience of transport planning?

Reference: 53339907

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