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Logistics Planner
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Andover, Hampshire
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
Job Title: Logistics Planner
Location: Andover
Salary: £30,000 £35,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30am – 7:30pm (1-hour lunch break)
Reporting to: Logistics Coordinator
About the Role:
We are recruiting for a well-established and growing business within the fit-out and construction supply sector. This company has been servicing the industry for nearly 50 years and continues to expand its nationwide operations.
As a Logistics Planner, you will play a vital role in supporting the Logistics Coordinator with the daily planning and routing of a fleet of delivery vehicles. You’ll act as a key link between drivers, the sales team, and customers, ensuring that deliveries are made on time, in full, and in the most efficient way possible. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role requiring strong communication and coordination skills.
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Key Responsibilities:
You will assist with and provide cover for the following areas (including but not limited to):
• Communicating with drivers throughout the day to track progress and address issues
• Liaising with the sales team regarding delivery schedules, updates, and queries
• Booking external transport and pallet network deliveries, and keeping detailed records
• Organising agency or temporary drivers as needed to cover daily deliveries
• Assisting with end-of-day route planning, including checking weights, delivery notes, and any special requirements
• Coordinating collections from suppliers and customer sites
• Relaying delivery feedback between drivers and sales
• Completing daily routing schedules, preparing delivery plans for the next day
• Managing delivery issues through internal processes and documentation
• Booking collections and noting any specific delivery or collection requirements
• Finalising driver information after routing, including start times, vehicle assignments, and paperwork
• Raising purchase orders for third-party transport providers
• Providing ad-hoc support to the Warehouse Supervisor when required
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Candidate Requirements:
• Previous experience in a transport or logistics role
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Highly organised with excellent administrative skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities
• A customer-focused approach with a strong sense of accountability
• Passion for delivering a high-quality service
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What’s on Offer:
• £30,000 - £35,000 annual salary
• Fixed weekday hours – no weekend work
• Opportunity to be part of a long-standing, respected company
• Involvement in a fast-paced, essential business function
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
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