Transport Planner/Sales Support

Transport Planner/Sales Support

• Location: Papworth Everard, Cambridgeshire
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: £31,300 - £39,400 dependent on experience

Reed are delighted to be working with a successful company who are seeking a dedicated and highly motivated individual to join their team as a Transport Planner/Sales Support at their Cambridge branch. This dual role combines logistics coordination with sales support, offering a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Co-ordinate and plan deliveries to customers, ensuring efficient route planning and compliance with driving regulations.
• Manage vehicle maintenance bookings and monitor vehicle compliance, including downloading and recording drivers' tachograph details.
• Train and assist in sales tasks, such as answering customer calls and supporting the sales team.
• Collate orders for dispatch, considering factors like weight, volume and time constraints to optimise delivery.
• Liaise with drivers regarding work hours and ensure the right vehicles are used for tasks to maximise efficiency.
• Organize and book orders for dispatch via various methods including pallet carriers and postal services.
• Maintain communication with customers to inform them about delivery statuses.
• Oversee forklift servicing and repairs and ensure any vehicle defects are addressed promptly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all relevant tasks for inspection purposes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in logistics coordination and sales support.
• Essential knowledge of CPC and tachograph regulations.
• Familiarity with local area to maximise drivers' routes and ensure compliance with driving hours and WTD.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Proficiency in maintaining records and handling logistical software.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package based on experience.
• Opportunity to work in a varied role within a dynamic team.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

To apply for this Transport Planner/Sales position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.