Transport Planner

Morgan McKinley is looking for an experienced Transport & Logistics Planner to work for a busy organisation based in the Crawley, West Sussex area. The Transport Planner will be working on a shift basis between 12pm-10pm Mon-Fri and will be responsible for the day to day planning of the transport operation. Salary: £37-40K Location: Office based - Crawley Hours: between 12pm-10pm Monday to Friday Transport Planner duties: Ensuring driver team arrive for work on time and arrange cover for absences Correct utilisation of staff and vehicles using the company diary sheet/planner Route all vehicles available generating revenue and solid route plans to ensure that routes are both achievable and vehicles are used to best efficiency Maintaining and updating any amendments throughout the day so the information is live for all to access Handle driver and customer queries Analysing delivery data to ensure the relevant KPIs and revenue targets are achieved on each vehicle. Arrange and oversee loading/pre-loading activity to ensure a timely despatchSkills and experience: Proven Transport or Logistics Planner experience, working in a similar role Excellent operational and customer service skills Good geographical knowledge of the UK