Jewson, a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, is on the hunt for a Transport Allocator to join our growing branch, in Launceston! As a Transport Allocator, you will will play a key role in delivering excellent customer service by maximising vehicle capacity, maintaining compliance with transport legislation and Operator Licence requirements, and supporting continuous improvement across transport operations. 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: This is a full time role working Monday to Friday, 7:00-16:30 and every other Saturday, from 8:00-12:00 Location: Newport Industrial Estate Lauceston PL15 8EX Key Responsibilities: Allocate and plan customer deliveries to ensure delivery commitments and service levels are achieved. Maximise fleet utilisation and delivery capacity while maintaining operational efficiency. Work closely with branches to understand customer requirements and manage changing priorities. Proactively identify and resolve delivery issues before they impact customers. Communicate effectively with drivers, branch teams and transport colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations. Produce efficient daily delivery schedules and vehicle allocations. Plan branch transfers, stock movements and inter-branch deliveries in the most cost-effective manner. Assist with analysis of failed, delayed or compromised deliveries and identify corrective actions. Ensure transport operations are conducted in accordance with Operator Licence requirements and relevant legislation. Maintain accurate information across all transport systems, databases and reporting tools. Monitor and promote effective use of Delivery Management Systems and transport processes. Escalate compliance, vehicle or driver concerns appropriately. Support the business in maintaining high standards of safety, wellbeing and environmental performance. What were looking for: Previous experience in transport planning, logistics coordination or fleet scheduling, is desirable Understanding of transport legislation and Operator Licence requirements, is desirable Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. High attention to detail and accuracy. Proficient in Microsoft Office and transport management systems. What’s in it for you   Competitive Basic Salary   Performance Related Bonus   34 days holiday per year   Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) – with Legal & General   Life Assurance Work Perks – A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway   Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App (Access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, Mental Health consultation, bereavement service, nutritional consultation)   Voluntary company benefits such as Car Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover   Refer a Friend scheme   Wellbeing Centre via Work Perks   Why Choose Us?  Quality - We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations.  Supportive Environment - Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel.  Professional Development - We are invested in your success! Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programs designed to elevate your career.    What's Next  If your application is successful, our Talent team will reach out to arrange an interview and answer any questions you may have. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout the application and interview process.  STARK Building Materials UK comprises 14 brands, including one of the UK’s leading builders’ merchants Jewson, along with JP Corry and Normans, specialist brands Minster and Jewson Civils Frazer, as well as major timber importer and distributor, International Timber. With over 600 dedicated builders merchant branches and distribution centres, this makes us one of the UK’s largest retailers and distributors of building and construction materials. However, more importantly, our dedicated team and the high-quality products we offer make us trusted, expert partners to the industry. Together, we give our customers hassle-free access to the market-leading, sustainable solutions they need to build responsibly for the future. If you’d like to build that future with us, check out our careers page or get in touch. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. At STARK Building Materials UK, we are known for our building distribution, but in reality, it is our colleagues that drive our business forward. All around the UK, in our branches, warehouses and offices, our team give everything to make building better for our customers. We value our customers, the communities we work in and the colleagues in our team, who collectively build our business to ever greater heights every day. We strive to create a workplace where all colleagues feel safe and empowered to do their best and are comfortable to bring their true selves to work every day. We are proud that we offer all our colleagues a great place to work.

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