Transport Planner

SIG Plc. is a leading supplier of specialist building materials to trade customers across Europe with strong positions in its core markets as a specialist distributor of insulation and interiors products and as a merchant of roofing and exteriors products. We are currently looking to recruit a Transport Planner who will be responsible for managing the planning and delivery of orders to our customers through ensuring efficient usage and co-ordination of all the fleet assets. What does the role involve? As Transport Planner Administrator you will possess strong communication skills as you will be the main liaison point between fleet operations, Drivers, the warehouse team, and sales. You will plan and oversee all matters related to the Drivers, including route planning and scheduling, supporting, and debriefing them to achieve an outstanding service to customers, using the Transport Planning Tool. This role could suit an experienced HGV driver, however if you are an excellent learner, detail conscious and retain information well, a less experienced candidate may be considered as training will be given. You will be responsible for accurate data inputting. Additionally, you will be required to assist with all transport enquiries and customer queries along with answering incoming calls. A good manner both face to face and over the phone is essential for this role, as will being able to work as part of a team. Having the ability to build good relationships will be a large part of this role as you will liaise with our sales; warehouse and transport teams to ensure orders are processed and delivered on time to satisfy customer requirements. You will also be required to process purchase orders. The successful candidate will require: • Good computer skills, especially Excel and if you’ve used K8, that’s even better • Experience in data inputting¸ with excellent accuracy • Great communication skills, with the ability to communicate with customers and internal colleagues • The ability to build relationships and work as part of a team • Self-motivation and the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines In return we offer: • Competitive salary and staff recognition schemes • 25 days holiday 8 bank holidays. Company closed during Christmas period • A great pension, with SIG contributing up to 7.5% and up to 4x life insurance • Money saving with retail discounts via colleague portal • Cycle to Work scheme • Share Incentive Scheme SIG is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment where employees feel safe, proud and valued. We encourage ways of working that treat everyone fairly and with respect, and we look to create opportunities to improve the diversity of our workforce across all areas of the business

Location: Manchester, GB

Posted Date: 2/1/2025