Strategic Route Planner: Optimize Deliveries & Schedules

Bidfood Care Home Magazine; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice provider in Gateshead is seeking candidates for a role focused on driver routing and scheduling efficiencies. Ideal candidates must possess strong geographical knowledge and decision-making skills, with experience in transport planning software. The role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to compliance regarding drivers' hours. Competitive benefits include 25 days holiday, a matching pension scheme, health plans, and various employee discounts.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension matching scheme

Life cover

Access to confidential support and counselling

Health plan covering everyday medical costs

High street discounts

Early access to pay

Responsibilities

• Utilize internal software and Paragon for efficient driver routing.
• Plan routes to maximize cases per vehicle according to Depot KPI.
• Work with TTM's and Fleet Team to comply with driver requirements.
• Liaise with sales colleagues to meet customer offerings.

Skills

Excellent geographical knowledge

Decision making and strong organizational skills

Good administrative skills

Team player

Experience with Transport Planning Software

Knowledge of driver's hours

Job description

A leading foodservice provider in Gateshead is seeking candidates for a role focused on driver routing and scheduling efficiencies. Ideal candidates must possess strong geographical knowledge and decision-making skills, with experience in transport planning software. The role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to compliance regarding drivers' hours. Competitive benefits include 25 days holiday, a matching pension scheme, health plans, and various employee discounts.