National Transport Planner - 6 Month FTC

Anne Corder Recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a National Transport Planner for a 6-month FTC in Peterborough. This part-time role involves organising transport operations and managing resources to ensure efficient delivery across the UK, utilizing Paragon scheduling systems. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, experience with transport planning, and a proactive attitude in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Paragon planning systems and demand planning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and keen to learn new IT skills.
• Strong communication skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organise transport.
• Manage driver and vehicle resources alongside local transport managers.
• Collaborate with customer services to balance delivery volumes.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Initiative

Customer-focused

Tools

Paragon planning systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job: National Transport Planner 6 month FTC
Location: Peterborough (Hybrid)
Hours: Part time. Monday, Tuesday & Friday (08.30-5pm)

About the Role

We are looking for a National Transport Planner to join our Peterborough based client to organise and manage daily transport operations, ensuring efficient delivery of products to businesses across the UK. You ll use the Paragon scheduling system to plan routes for pallet and bulk haulage, while coordinating with third-party hauliers and internal teams to optimise resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and organise transport.
• Manage driver and vehicle resources alongside local transport managers.
• Collaborate with customer services to balance delivery volumes.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and legal requirements.
• Monitor KPIs, track vehicle efficiency, and provide performance feedback.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills & Experience

• Experience with Paragon planning systems and demand planning.
• Strong communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure and take initiative.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and keen to learn new IT skills.
• Customer-focused with a positive, "can do" attitude.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment.

Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd, your personal data may be added to our database as part of the application process. Our privacy policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data. Your details will be reviewed by one of our Recruitment Partners and we will contact you again within 5 working days if your application is to be progressed further.

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