Transport Planning SchedulerStoney Stanton – Leicestershire – On site£27,000 - £31,000 (DOE)
If you're passionate about logistics and love the idea of optimizing routes, improving processes, and collaborating with a great bunch of people, this role might just be your perfect match!
What's in it for you?
- Monday to Friday, on-site: Your weekends are yours to enjoy, but with the winter months approaching, we'll have some opportunities for overtime on Sundays too.
- Location Perks: We've got parking on site, so no need to worry about the morning commute. There's also a canteen where you can grab a bite, or if you prefer, feel free to bring your own lunch or pop out to one of the nearby spots.
- Awesome Team: You'll be working with a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration across different departments. We like to think we're a pretty great group to work with, and we can't wait to welcome you aboard!
Your Role:
As part of the Transport Planning team, you'll be working closely with our National Distribution network to measure the performance of our sites and drivers against set routes. Your insights and reports will be instrumental in driving changes to our processes, technology, and behaviours, helping us operate more efficiently and effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare customer order schedules for distribution using Paragon, aiming for 100% order fulfilment and continually improving the feasibility of our routes.
- Analyse route data using Paragon Live to identify deviations and use those insights to tweak and improve the next day's schedule.
- Keep our master data in tip-top shape, influencing our National Distribution teams to update customer details and complete driver debriefs.
- Tackle short-term challenges by making informed decisions that balance customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and revenue potential.
- Contribute to our Fulfilment Safety agenda by planning alternative routes, improving driver break schedules, and refining customer premises data to keep our drivers safe and well.
About you:
- You have solid experience in transport, logistics, or distribution.
- Experience with SAP and Paragon, the systems we use for managing operations and route planning, would be highly advantageous. However, we believe that these systems are teachable for the right candidate who is willing to learn.
- You thrive in fast-paced environments and are adept at managing challenges under pressure.
- You possess strong analytical skills, with a knack for working with data and solving problems logically.
- You have a keen eye for detail and a process-driven mindset.
- You are a collaborative team player with the ability to influence and work effectively across different departments.
What can we offer you...
- Private medical insurance
- 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life Assurance of 4x salary
- Matched pension contributions of 4.5% rising to 7.5% after 2 years service
- Retailor discounts and many, many more!
For a full list of our benefits visit: https://about-us/careers
Don't tick all the boxes?
At Calor, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and unique talents. We understand that candidates may not tick every box on the list, and that's okay! We value individuality, creativity, and the ability to learn and adapt.
If you're passionate about making a positive impact, committed to growth, and bring something special to the table, we encourage you to apply. We believe in unlocking potential and providing opportunities for personal and professional development.
Join us at Calor, where your unique qualities are recognised, appreciated, and celebrated. We're more than a checklist – we're a community of individuals driving innovation and positive change.
Join us at Calor, where your skills and passion can fuel your career!