Route Planner

Confidential; Lancing; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Amour Recruitment are recruiting for a Route Planner based in Lancing, West Sussex. You will support a busy transport operation, planning daily routes and vehicle schedules to maximise efficiency.

Key requirements include great attention to detail, strong IT skills (TMS and MS Office), and the ability to communicate with drivers and internal teams. The role is Monday to Friday with a salary up to £33,000, rising to £35,000 after probation.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning or logistics coordination.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication with drivers, customers, and internal teams.
• Good knowledge of geography and route optimisation.
• Proficient IT skills with TMS and MS Office.
• Flexible, proactive problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily transport routes and vehicle schedules.
• Allocate deliveries and collections to drivers to maximise efficiency.
• Monitor transport operations and resolve routing issues.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and internal teams.
• Respond to operational challenges, including delays and schedule changes.
• Support continuous improvements in route planning and fleet utilisation.

Skills

Transport planning

Routing

Traffic ops

Logistics coordination

Attention to detail

Communication

IT skills

Problem solving

Tools

Transport management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amour Recruitment are pleased to be recruiting for a Route Planner on behalf of our client based in Lancing, West Sussex.

In this varied role, you'll support a busy transport operation, supporting the daily planning of the logistics.

You'll need have great attention to detail, as this role focuses heavily on setting up the optimal routes, to reduce wastage and ensure a smoother service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily transport routes and vehicle schedules.
• Allocate deliveries and collections to drivers to maximise efficiency.
• Monitor transport operations and resolve any routing or service issues.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and internal departments.
• Respond to operational challenges, including delays, breakdowns, and schedule changes.
• Support continuous improvements in route planning, fleet utilisation, and customer service.

Requirements

• Previous experience in transport planning, routing, traffic operations, or logistics coordination.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence liaising with drivers, customers, and internal teams.
• Good geographical knowledge and the ability to optimise routes effectively.
• Proficient IT skills, including experience with transport management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Proactive problem-solving ability with a flexible approach to handling operational challenges.

Hours: 9:30-18:00 Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £33,000 rising to £35,000 after probation