Transport Planner

First Choice Staff; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Nightshift Transport Planner for the Birmingham area. The planner will manage routing and scheduling of collections and deliveries using transport management software. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, knowledge of the Birmingham postcode area, and the ability to work under pressure. This full-time position offers a salary between £30,000 and £35,000, working Monday to Friday from 21:00 to 05:30.

Qualifications

• Experience using transport planning and routing software is essential.
• Good knowledge of the Birmingham postcode area is expected.
• Strong communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and route daily collection and delivery work using TMS.
• Ensure service levels are met for all deliveries.
• Manage vehicle and driver resources effectively.

Skills

Transport planning software

Knowledge of Birmingham postcode area

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Nightshift Transport Planner (PM Shift)

Immediate Start.

£30,000 - £35,000

Monday to Friday 21:00 to 05:30 (40 hours plus 30 minutes break unpaid daily).

As a Transport Planner, you will be responsible for planning and routing collection and delivery fleet, ensuring operations run smoothly, efficiently, and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and route daily collection and delivery work using the in-house transport management system (TMS)
• Ensure all service levels are met, including timed, premium and economy deliveries
• Manage vehicle and driver resources in line with daily volumes, using agency support where required
• Produce pick sheets, manifests and consignment notes to support warehouse and driver teams
• Balance cost, service, and legal compliance when building routes
• Look for opportunities to improve efficiency, such as bulk drops and direct runs
• Work closely with transport and warehouse teams to improve productivity
• Carry out other related tasks as required by management

What We’re Looking For

• Experience using transport planning and routing software (essential)
• Good knowledge of the Birmingham postcode area
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work calmly under pressure
• A proactive, organised approach with good problem-solving skills
• Confident using Microsoft Outlook and Excel