Transport Planner

What You Can Expect :

Accurate allocation of resources to deliveries.

• •Analysis of historical data, using delivery schedules, vehicle capacity, and geographic factors to develop route plans.
• •Maintaining communication with internal departments.
• •Analysis of transportation data using TMS and other tools.
• •Monitoring driver availability to ensure full utilisation of the fleet.

Maximising Cost Effectiveness

• •Assigning loads to vehicles based on capacity.
• •Monitor and optimize transportation routes to ensure maximum time and fuel efficiency.
• •Utilising a cluster delivery approach, grouping deliveries by geographical area to reduce delivery time.

Relationship Management

• •Timely communication with customers, ensuring all queries are answered or directed at the correct department.
• •Liaising with drivers and warehouse, logistics, and freight departments, to maintain smooth flow of information through the business.
• •Coordination of special deliveries in exceptional circumstances.
• •Resolving collection and delivery issues efficiently.

General Administration

• •Checking in drivers at transport reception for deliveries and collections.
• •Preparation and storage of paperwork to the highest standard.
• •Timely record keeping using TMS (Azyra).
• •Other administrative duties as required.

What You Bring:

• •Two years’ experience in a similar role preferred.
• •Proficiency in English language, both verbally and in writing.
• •Knowledge of the relevant administrative applications (Microsoft Office Suite, Azyra).
• •Knowledge of logistics processes and systems.
• •Strong understanding of logistics and transport regulations.
• •Knowledge of the transport market (carriers, shipping services, competitors).
• •Geographical knowledge of Ireland.
• •Knowledge of loading regulations, load factors, ADR.
• •Knowledge of transport documents.