Are you based in the Edinburgh area?
Do you have experience in logistics/transport planning and administration?
Do you have a passion for working with people in a fast paced and varied role?
Jewson, a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, is on the hunt for a Transport Planner for our new distribution hub based in Edinburgh (Craigentinny), who's as passionate about great service as we are!
We provide a fulfilling and enjoyable work environment with ample opportunities for career growth, along with a competitive salary, staff discount, life assurance, and 34 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).
Working Hours: These will operate on a shift rotation of 5:30am-3pm Mon-Fri and 10:30am-8pm Mon-Fri, and every 2nd Sat 8am-12pm
Location : 58 Craigentinny Avenue North, Edinburgh, EH6 7LJ
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate transport operations alongside the on-site Transport Manager to meet customer demands
- Communicate effectively and facilitate good working relationships with drivers, suppliers, and customers
- Utilise Excel and Word to create transport schedules and reports and manage associated administrative tasks
- Manage logistics, including route planning and vehicle allocation
- Drive continuous improvement in transport processes
- Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies
What's in it for you?
- A competitive salary and benefits package, plus generous staff discounts
- A supportive team environment where your contributions are recognised and valued
- Opportunities to grow your skills and career within our organisation
- Flexible working arrangements to help you balance work and life
Required Skills and Experience
- Logistic and transport planning experience with awareness of Transport Legislation
- An understanding of building materials would be desirable
- Ability to adapt to a fast paced, changing environment
- Strong IT skills and regional geographic knowledge
- Proactive, flexible and enthusiastic attitude
About us
At Jewson, we're proud to be part of STARK Building Materials UK and dedicated to providing top-quality products and exceptional service to our customers. We're a friendly and collaborative team, passionate about what we do and committed to doing it well.
If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a team that is dedicated to providing great service, we want to hear from you. Apply today!