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Transport Planner
Transport Planner – Logistics & Supply Chain (Gist)
About the Role
Working in partnership with Marks & Spencer, at Gist we deliver industry-leading logistics and supply chain transformation.
We value, celebrate, and believe in the power of individuality, striving to create a work environment where everyone can be themselves. We invite you to bring your authentic self to work and unlock your full potential.
As a Transport Planner, you will oversee the planning of products through the Gist network for M&S. Strong communication skills will be critical to maintaining strong relationships with depots and customers across the UK. Working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we encourage creativity, problem-solving, and innovative thinking to ensure optimal, efficient plans are developed.
Why Join Gist?
Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, cutting-edge business built on our core values. Here’s how we make working with us exceptionally rewarding:
- 20% M&S discount on furniture, fashion, and food
- 20 days’ annual leave (increasing with service)
- Discounted healthcare cash plan
- Auto Enrolment Pension or a competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (with life assurance up to 4x salary)
- Access to a comprehensive wellness programme, including our Employee Assistance Programme
- A first-rate induction and bespoke training schemes to support your career growth
- Cycle-to-work scheme
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Role Details
- Working Pattern: Rotating 4 shifts on, 4 off – 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Location: Basingstoke, Chineham
Responsibilities
Using the Paragon Software platform, your key duties include:
- Creating efficient transport plans for depots and M&S customers, adhering to service requirements
- Analysing plans to:
- Identify cost savings opportunities within the network
- Enhance operational efficiency
- Reduce environmental impact
- Improve profit margins
- Collaborating with operational teams to implement and support key initiatives
Requirements
Ideal candidates will embody the following traits and experience:
| Behavioral | Technical |
|---|---|
| Highly motivated & driven by challenges | Knowledge of road transport scheduling (preferred) |
| Passionate & energetic | Familiarity with Workload Timekeeping (WTD) & drivers’ hours regulations |
| Thrives under pressure | Strong IT skills |
| Works independently & collaboratively | |
| Exceptional relationship builder | |
| Creative problem-solver | |
| Excellent verbal & written communication |
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Our Values & Mission
At Gist, we uphold our core values—Safety, People, Progressiveness, Accountability, Collaboration, and Ethics—while aligning with M&S’s sustainability commitments (Plan A). Our goal is to cultivate a fair, inclusive, performance-driven culture where everyone can develop professionally and connect with purpose.
We are greening the retail landscape—pushing M&S toward a more sustainable, agile future. By joining Gist, you’ll contribute to transformative change and make an immediate impact right from Day One.
Gist is an inclusive organisation. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to share your needs—we’ll support a fair, transparent experience. Your success matters to us.
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