Transport Planner

Transport Planner Location: Stowmarket, IP14 2ED Annual Salary: Competitive depending on experience Hours: 8am-5pm We’re looking for a Transport Planner to take charge of concrete deliveries in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You’ll be of our scheduling operations, ensuring every delivery runs smoothly and every customer is satisfied. What We're Looking For: * Strong Leadership and Communication skills * IT proficiency * An eye for detail, accuracy, and organisation * Proactive attitude and the ability to make decisions under pressure Benefits: * Company Pension Scheme * 23 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and a Christmas shutdown. * Employee discount on our products * Death In Service Benefit (after successful probation) * Training and Staff Development * Employee Referral Programme * Be part of a stable, independent concrete supplier in the Eastern Region. * Contribute to a business delivering concrete to Sizewell C, one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects, supporting clean energy and regional growth. Key Responsibilities of the Transport Planner: * Coordinate and schedule daily concrete deliveries. * Timely and accurate input of all customer concrete orders into the system. * Respond promptly to all customer queries and complaints. * Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth operations. * Provide support for major contracts and schemes, focusing on production and transport capacity planning. * Build strong relationships with new and existing customers * Liaise daily with relevant parties to inform them of their work schedules. * Maintain and update batching plant spreadsheets * Plan and despatch customer orders in a cost-effectively. * Conduct month-end stocktakes as required. * Liaise with the Vehicle Workshop Manager regarding truck maintenance schedules