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Planner

Planner (RL5786) Scarborough, England

Castle Employment are looking for an experienced Planner join an existing transport office of a busy agricultural business based in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. This is a great opportunity to join a local established business, however, will include some weekend work. The role would suit someone with a keen interest in haulage, logistics or farming.

Requirements:

This important role of Traffic Planner will encompass the following;

  • Planning all haulage movements for the fleet of HGV & bulk trailers
  • Working alongside 2 other Planners to ensure cover is in the office at all times
  • Liaising with customers & farmers
  • Buiding  relationships with a wide range of people from other Planners to MD's
  • Telephoning farmers & drivers and dealing with any queries
  • Checking all haulage related paperwork
  • Working 1 in 3 weekends during normal periods & 2 in 3 during busiest period

The successful Transport Planner will have:

  • A high degree of computer literacy - including MS Excel
  • Previous experience in a similar role or within transport
  • Driving license & HGV Class 1 licence would be beneficial
  • Transport Manager CPC (or be working  towards or willing to work towards)
  • Good communication and team working skills across all levels
  • Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational skills
  • Good telephone manner with the ability to handle enquiries from internal and external customers

The Company:

  • A very well established and successful business that continues to see steady growth
  • Working as a Traffic Planner reporting directly to the Finance Director
  • Friendly, independent employer who really values their team and the local community
  • The business is easily accessible from Scarborough and the surrounding area

The Benefits:

  • Permanent full-time role working as a Traffic Planner  Monday to Friday with weekend work
  • Good accessible location commutable from Scarborough and surrounding areas
  • Onsite free parking

About us:

About Castle: we deliver a market leading service and build trusted partnerships with our clients and candidates. Established for 50 years, the backbone of our success has been based on our honest, straight forward and tailored approach across the Yorkshire region. Our Head Office has been in Scarborough since 1966, we also have an office in York; and employ 18 expert staff.

CONTACT:  Nikki Holmes on 01723 365432 or email  nikki@castle-employment.co.uk

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