Delivery & Logistics Planner for Transport

Osborne Appointments; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Osborne Appointments in Huddersfield is seeking a dedicated Transport Planner to join a busy planning team. You will coordinate customer orders and plan deliveries to meet service levels while maximizing resource and vehicle utilisation.

Ideal candidates are organized, calm under pressure, and able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment; strong communication with customers, drivers and internal teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, transport, planning or related operational environment is beneficial.
• Knowledge of working time and tachograph legislation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer orders, delivery schedules and stock levels to meet service requirements.
• Liaise with customers, resource teams and control teams to match supply with demand.
• Monitor and replan deliveries to maximise driver and vehicle utilisation.
• Ensure customer-specific requirements, delivery instructions and equipment needs are met.
• Identify and escalate potential delivery issues, low-stock situations and service risks with practical solutions.
• Plan resources cost-effectively while ensuring safe loading and operational standards.
• Maintain accurate records, volumes and management information to support KPIs.

Job description

Osborne Appointments in Huddersfield is seeking a dedicated Transport Planner to join a busy planning team. You will coordinate customer orders and plan deliveries to meet service levels while maximizing resource and vehicle utilisation.

Ideal candidates are organized, calm under pressure, and able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment; strong communication with customers, drivers and internal teams is essential.