Job Description
Transport Planner
AFTERNOON SHIFT
GBP28,000 - GBP32,000
Immediate Start.
Monday to Friday 10AM to 7PM (40 hours plus 30 minutes break unpaid daily)
As a Transport Planner, you will be responsible for planning and routing collection and delivery fleet, ensuring operations run smoothly, efficiently, and on time.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and route daily collection and delivery work using the in-house transport management system (TMS)
- Ensure all service levels are met, including timed, premium and economy deliveries
- Manage vehicle and driver resources in line with daily volumes, using agency support where required
- Produce pick sheets, manifests and consignment notes to support warehouse and driver teams
- Balance cost, service, and legal compliance when building routes
- Look for opportunities to improve efficiency, such as bulk drops and direct runs
- Work closely w...