Transport Planner

Company Description Simarco is an established, award winning provider of international logistic and freight services, and we provide a wide range of tailored solutions for clients' throughout the UK, Europe and Globally across all Worldwide trade routes. At Simarco we understand that global trade and industry markets are continually changing and expanding to meet customer needs. That's why our logistics, air, sea/ocean freight forwarding, road haulage & distribution and warehousing solutions are not only flexible but are tailored to meet clients' individual and ever-changing requirements. Position As our company continues to grow, we are excited to announce the recruitment of a Transport Planner based at our Stoke site. Do you have a solid background in General Haulage route planning of 30+ vehicles and eager to take on a role that promises excellent opportunities for career and personal development? If so, then this could be the perfect opportunity... We are proud of our strong reputation in the industry and offer a fantastic work environment! The main purpose of the role: To plan the national and local vehicle and trailers resources in the most cost effective and compliant manner, achieving profitability and service excellence. ·Plan and allocate all national and local vehicle and trailer resources ensuring optimum utilisation and profitability within the constraints of cargo availability, vehicle availability, customer requirements and legal restrictions. ·Prepare and produce Vehicle and Load Manifests and customer paperwork and present to the Warehouse and assigned drivers. ·Provide the main point of contact for the national drivers. ·Liaise and communicate with internal and external customers. ·Transport administration and data update within various operating systems. ·Assist the National Transport Supervisor in the management and allocation of the fleet’s headcount. ·Provide a friendly and helpful Driver Reception service, greeting each driver and all