We're aware of a global phishing scam impersonating employees via email, WhatsApp and Telegram, but no Cast UK systems have been breached.
Find out how to protect yourself here.
View all candidates

Transport Planner

Ref: AS8273414

AB39, UK

£40,000

  • Permanent
  • Cost Efficiency Expert
  • Supply Chain Analytical Skills
  • Stakeholder Collaboration Ambassador

About the candidate

The candidate is a diligent and seasoned Transport Planner with extensive experience in logistics and transport management. Spanning over three years, their career encapsulates key roles in transport planning, logistics coordination, and supply chain analysis in industries such as regional logistics, distribution, and manufacturing within the UK. This professional is distinguished by their ability to strategize and optimize transportation schedules and manage haulier performance effectively, resulting in measurable gains in efficiency and cost reduction.

Known for their proactive approach, they actively seek and implement improvements in processes to drive cost efficiency and enhance service delivery. Coupled with their excellent communication skills, they excel at fostering teamwork and integration across multiple departments, contributing significantly to projects that improve operational excellence and sustainability.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Achievements: Demonstrated success in reducing transportation costs by 15% through strategic route and load optimisation.
  • Operational Efficiency Improvement: Played a pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiencies by 20% through diligent supply chain analysis and transport scheduling improvements.
  • Safety and Compliance Initiatives: Led health and safety compliance enhancements among carriers, significantly reducing incident rates.

Areas of expertise

  • Transport Scheduling and Route Optimization: Skilled in planning and coordinating transport operations to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of materials.
  • Supply Chain Analysis: Proficient in supporting supply chain functions with thorough data analysis and performance monitoring, enhancing operational efficiencies.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Excellent at communicating and collaborating with various stakeholders, including production teams and service providers, to improve service levels and operational performance.