Job Description

Sunday – Thursday plus 1 in 5 Fridays 10:30 - 19:00 with an alternative rest day when working a Friday.

Starting 1st July

When you join Brakes, you’ll become part of a top UK food business. You’ll also become part of Sysco – the world's leading foodservice company. We’re growing across the country and aiming to be the absolute best in our industry. So join us in Portbury as a Transport Planner and take your career to the next level.

A satisfying role

Working closely with your transport colleagues, you’ll use multiple systems to analyse route data, plan routes and improve route allocations for our 24hr/6-day operation. Adhering to the Working Time Directive for drivers and vehicle availability, you’ll balance multiple needs and work to often tight deadlines, while maintaining operational efficiency and customer service targets.

What you bring to the mix

If you’re able to analyse data and identify trends and improvements, you’ve got what it takes to be brilliant in this role. You’ll also need:

• exceptional planning and organisational skills
• to be able to deal with unexpected challenges and create innovative solutions
• excellent communication and relationship building skills
• to be a proficient user of Microsoft Excel

Ideally some knowledge and experience of using planning software would also be beneficial.

Bags of benefits

We take care of our people. On our team, you’ll be able to take your pick from everything from a pension scheme and generous holiday to family-friendly flexibility and ongoing training. You’ll get fantastic discounts on our delicious products too.

Tempted to join the team? Apply today!

Additional Information

At Brakes everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Brakes and we recognise that Brakes can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you. 

Brakes

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, we are the UK’s largest foodservice supplier. Every day Brakes deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nation’s most famous pubs and restaurants, as well as schools, caterers, care homes and hospitals. Our customers depend on us, and our 8,000-strong workforce is dedicated and proud to be part of this vital provision. And we’re growing!