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!