Transport Planner

Sittingbourne

c.£32k DOE

PERM

Monday to Friday

40-hour week



We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner to join our well-established client based in Mid Kent, on a full time and permanent basis!



The ideal candidate will have proven experience working within a transport role and will possess strong planning skills and be able to prioritise a demanding workload.



Duties include:

* Review and support the optimisation of fleet resources and operations to improve profitability and customer service.
* Assist the Head of Artics with transport activities, including the implementation of road transport compliance policies, standards, and procedures.
* Ensure that fleet vehicles are available for scheduled services and compliant to use in all transport operations.
* Ensure that all queries within the transport operation are dealt with in a timely manner and in accordance with agreed service level agreements.
* Creation and full analysis of Vehicle Performance Reports (VPR)
* Input waste transfer notes and weighbridge tickets onto the information management system to a high level of accuracy.
* Daily reconciliation of billing information to ensure accurate invoicing to customers using Credica and AMCS.
* Liaise with Fleet Compliance and coordinate the investigation of all road transport accidents.
* Work closely with the Finance Department to ensure that all disposal invoices for transport activities are fully reconciled.



Experience required:

* Good geographic knowledge of London and the South East
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
* Previous experience in a planning role in a busy transport office environment
* Knowledge of AMCS
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
* Full understanding of driver hours and driving regulations
* Full understanding of the London Lorry Control rules and regulations
* Proficient with MS Office to include Word, Excel, and Outlook
* Strong organisational and planning skills



This role is being handled by Nicole Hill, Senior Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment



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