Transport Planner

Job Type: Full\-time
Salary: Competitive
Reports To: Transport and Planning Operations Manager

About the Role

We are looking for an organised and proactive Logistics Transport Planner to join our operations team with an immediate start. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating daily transport activities, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on time. You will work closely with drivers, warehouse teams, and customers to maintain high service standards while optimising routes and transport costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily transport routes and vehicle allocations


• Monitor deliveries and respond quickly to delays or operational issues


• Communicate with drivers, customers, and internal teams regarding schedules and updates


• Ensure compliance with transport regulations, driver hours, and health \& safety requirements


• Optimise routes to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs


• Maintain accurate transport records and planning documentation


• Coordinate vehicle maintenance schedules and availability


• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the transport operation


• Use transport management systems (TMS) and other logistics software effectively

• Experience in transport planning, logistics, or fleet coordination


• Strong organisational and problem\-solving skills


• Ability to work in a fast\-paced environment and manage multiple priorities


• Good geographical knowledge and route\-planning ability


• Excellent communication and customer service skills


• Competent in Microsoft Office and transport planning systems


• Understanding of driver hours, transport compliance, and health \& safety regulations


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• CPC qualification or knowledge of transport compliance


• Experience within distribution, haulage, or supply chain operations


• Knowledge of logistics KPIs and reporting

• Competitive salary


• Supportive team environment


• Pension scheme


• Holiday entitlement

Benefits:

• Free parking


• On\-site parking

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