Junior Transport Planner: Hands-on Pallet Network Career

SDW Recruitment Limited; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SDW Recruitment Limited is seeking a Junior Transport Planner to join a busy transport operation in the United Kingdom. You’ll help keep daily pallet network deliveries running smoothly, coordinate with drivers and warehouse, and support senior planners to learn the ins and outs of traffic planning.

This is an excellent entry point for a career in transport and logistics, offering hands-on experience, structured training, and the opportunity to develop skills in planning, communication and

Qualifications

• Excellent telephone manner and confident communication skills.
• Good basic knowledge of UK geography.
• Comfortable using computers and learning new systems.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Someone who enjoys working as part of a team in a busy environment.
• A genuine interest in developing a career within transport and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with daily pallet network planning and coordination.
• Monitoring and chasing deliveries to ensure everything stays on track.
• Communicating regularly with two drivers regarding their daily movements.
• Liaising with the warehouse loader to coordinate vehicle loading.
• Chasing proof of delivery (POD) documentation.
• Supporting senior transport planners with daily operational tasks.
• Helping resolve day-to-day delivery queries and keeping operations organised.

Job description

SDW Recruitment Limited is seeking a Junior Transport Planner to join a busy transport operation in the United Kingdom. You’ll help keep daily pallet network deliveries running smoothly, coordinate with drivers and warehouse, and support senior planners to learn the ins and outs of traffic planning.

This is an excellent entry point for a career in transport and logistics, offering hands-on experience, structured training, and the opportunity to develop skills in planning, communication and