Driver Allocator / Traffic Planner -Automotive Logistics Leader

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Driver Allocator / Traffic Planner – Automotive Distribution / Logistics Leader
Sheerness
up to £21,000 + 25 days holiday plus bank holidays & auto-enrolment pension

Do you have previous experience in a similar role, ideally working within the transport and distribution industry?

Driver Allocator / Traffic Planner Role Overview:

Based at our Sheerness Depot, the post holder is responsible for the allocation of work to Drivers within the South East, planning and liaising with them regarding the loads they are given. Working as part of the Sheerness Allocation Team you will be trafficking a pool of drivers, to achieve the required service level in relation to the on time delivery of customer vehicles.

Driver Allocator / Traffic Planner Key Responsibilities:

> Co-ordinating the most efficient use of drivers within the wider team in order to achieve total driver utilisation
> Maximising driver available hours whilst staying, at all times, within drivers hours legislation
> Monitoring and managing driver performance against expectations and challenge inefficiencies or poor practices
> Observing driver adherence to best practice through the use of internal vehicle tracking systems
> Highlighting any productivity concerns to the Allocation Team Leaders
> Updating the Helpdesk team on any likely failed or late deliveries/collections
> Co-ordinating with the handling agent at collection delivery points to resolve any issues to minimise driver delays
> Ensure daily communication with drivers takes place to confirm workload expectations and achievement timescales
> Planning all drivers workloads and ensuring scheduled maintenance is met in line with company requirements
> Routing the drivers in a way that minimises any empty mileage

Person Specification:

> Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade A – C or equivalent, including English and Maths is essential.
> Proficient user of Excel, Word, and experience in the use of a Traffic Planning System.
> Strong communication skills and the ability to problem solve
> Experience in the use of Isotrak.
> Previous experience in an Allocation, Driver Liaison or Traffic Planning Role.
> Good knowledge of UK geography.
> A good understanding of UK Driver working time legislation.

You may have worked in the following capacities:
Transport Planner, Logistics Allocator, Logistics Administrator, Transport Administrator, Transport Coordinator.

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