Transport Planner

Description

We re currently recruiting for a Transport Planner to join a growing and well–established logistics operation based in Birchwood.

This is an excellent opportunity for somebody looking to join a busy, fast–moving transport team where you ll play a key role in keeping deliveries running efficiently while working alongside an experienced and supportive leadership team.

The business has continued to grow through strong customer relationships, service quality and operational reliability, making this a fantastic time to join the team.

This role would suit somebody with previous experience within general haulage, pallet network, transport planning or logistics coordination who enjoys a reactive operational environment and thrives on problem solving.

The Role

Working within the transport operation, you ll be responsible for coordinating deliveries and collections, planning vehicle movements and ensuring customer requirements are met in the most efficient and cost–effective way possible.

You ll work closely with drivers, customers and internal teams to ensure smooth day–to–day operations while responding quickly to changing priorities and operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities Planning and coordinating daily transport activity across the UK Allocating work to drivers and vehicles efficiently Route planning to maximise efficiency and minimise operational costs Scheduling deliveries and collections to meet customer expectations Monitoring live operations and responding to delays or issues proactively Managing driver hours and ensuring compliance with transport regulations Liaising with drivers, customers and warehouse teams throughout the day Updating transport management and tracking systems accurately Supporting overall fleet utilisation and service performance About You

We re keen to speak with candidates who have previous experience within transport planning or logistics operations and are confident working within a fast–paced environment.

You ll ideally have:

Previous transport planning or haulage experience Strong geographical knowledge of UK roads and motorway networks Good understanding of driver hours and transport compliance Excellent communication and organisational skills Experience using transport management systems and tracking software Ability to multitask and make decisions under pressure A proactive and solutions–focused approach What s On Offer Salary circa GBP32k per annum Monday to Friday – 9.30am–6pm Holiday loyalty scheme Wellbeing support Enhanced Maternity & Paternity package Growing and stable business Supportive management team Busy and varied role with genuine responsibility Long–term career opportunities Friendly and professional working environment If you re looking for a transport role within a business that values reliability, teamwork and operational excellence, we d love to hear from you.

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