National Transport Planner

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a National Transport Planner to manage efficient routing of collections, deliveries, and returns. The role demands strong analytical skills and experience in route planning to enhance fleet productivity while ensuring high standards of customer service. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits, including health and wellness programs, holiday entitlement, and a contributory pension scheme. Join us to make a significant impact on our operations!

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Paid day to volunteer for charity

Healthcare Cash Plan

Contributory workplace pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted shares purchase

Life insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Experience in route planning with routing software.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to create Excel reports.
• Experience in achieving or exceeding KPI targets.

Responsibilities

• Cost-effective daily route scheduling using PTV Route Optimiser.
• Create daily reports to analyze and improve collection and delivery performance.
• Achieve and exceed internal KPI targets.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Route Planning

Teamwork

Excel Proficiency

Education

CPC Qualification

Tools

PTV Route Optimiser

Apex Rescue and Recovery platform

MS Office

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Copart UK Limited

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Copart are currently recruiting a National Transport Planner to work as part of our team, based at our office in Bedford.

The National Transport Planner is responsible for managing the efficient and effective day-to-day routing of all Copart’s collections, deliveries, and returns for the entire national fleet of Transporters and the network of sub-contractors.

You will continually review and increase fleet productivity at the most effective cost, while ensuring customer SLA’s are met or exceeded. This is achieved while maintaining high standards of customer service for both external and internal customers.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Cost-effective daily route scheduling using PTV Route Optimiser.
• Create daily reports to analyze and improve collection and delivery performance & productivity.
• Maintain routing software settings for optimal performance.
• Achieve and exceed internal KPI targets.
• Engage with subcontractors and yards to maintain performance levels.
• Provide monthly reports on MPM, fleet productivity, and driver & sub-haul usage and costs.

Essential attributes

• Experience in route planning with routing software.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to create Excel reports.
• Experience in achieving or exceeding KPI targets.
• Ability to identify improvements in route scheduling.
• Proficiency in Excel & MS Office.
• Teamwork skills.
• Experience in the vehicle recovery industry.
• Knowledge of Apex Rescue and Recovery platform.
• CPC Qualification.
• One year experience with PTV or similar routing software, preferably in a multi-site operation.

What we offer you in return:

• Time For You: 23 days of holiday plus bank holidays and an extra day for personal occasions.
• Give Back: Paid day to volunteer for a charity.
• Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan including dental, optical, chiropody, tests, scans, and Virtual GP.
• Appreciating You & Others: Access to Recognition Hub and E-card collection.
• Your Future: Contributory workplace pension scheme.
• Investment: Discounted shares purchase in our global company.
• Fitness & Health: Cycle to Work Scheme and gym discounts.
• Life Assurance: Life insurance coverage.
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on everyday purchases and family activities.
• Goal Support: Tools like Mortgage Advice, Life Coaching, and Money Hub.