Dynamic Transport Planner: Route Optimisation & Live Ops

Loom Talent; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Loom Talent is seeking a Transport Planner for Wakefield to optimise daily transport activity, maximise fleet utilisation and adapt plans as priorities change. You will collaborate with drivers, warehouses and the wider logistics team to ensure efficient deliveries and excellent customer service.

This role requires strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience planning transport routes and schedules in a busy operation.

Responsibilities

• Produce efficient daily transport plans to maximise vehicle and driver utilisation.

Skills

Transport planning

Route planning

Fleet utilisation

Driver hours compliance

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

TMS software

Job description

Loom Talent is seeking a Transport Planner for Wakefield to optimise daily transport activity, maximise fleet utilisation and adapt plans as priorities change. You will collaborate with drivers, warehouses and the wider logistics team to ensure efficient deliveries and excellent customer service.

This role requires strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment with rotating shifts.