M8 Staffing is currently recruiting on behalf of our client who is based in Bellshill. Our client is seeking a Transport Planner to join their business. This role will initially be temporary via M8 Staffing however will transfer to a permanent role directly with the client.

Responsibilities:

• Receiving and processing collection and delivery requests
• Ensuring the booking-in of collections and deliveries
• Confirming price and job details with customers in line with agreed policies.
• Liaising with depot supervisors on the allocation of jobs to runs
• Building and producing manifests
• Contributing to developing the operating procedures and systems
• Contributing to documenting the operating procedures and systems

Essential criteria

• Excellent computer literacy skills
• Good geographical knowledge
• Possess excellent communication skills which will allow them to compose and write emails or make telephone calls to communicate complex arrangements in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Good organisation skills

Desirable:

• Industry experience
• Previous experience in s similar role

Shifts will be 4 days on 4 days off 0800-20.00