Same Day Transport Planner

Bow Distribution; Riddings; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Volunteer day

Health cashback

Counselling support

Employee discounts

Cycle to work

Job summary

Bow Distribution is seeking a hands-on Same Day Transport Planner to plan and optimise daily routes for our fleet, ensuring timely, cost-efficient deliveries while maintaining compliance and customer service.

You will work Mon-Fri, with rotating shifts, collaborating with drivers, warehouse staff and customer service to adapt to traffic and weather, using route planning software to maximise utilisation and capture performance insights.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, transport planning, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of road networks and transport regulations.
• Proficiency in route planning software and telematics/GPS systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize daily delivery routes for drivers based on customer requirements, traffic patterns and vehicle availability.
• Communicate with drivers to ensure a seamless process each working day.
• Monitor real-time traffic and weather conditions to adjust routes.
• Maximise vehicle and driver utilisation to complete deliveries efficiently.
• Coordinate with drivers, warehouse staff, and customer service teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Use route planning and fleet management software to track vehicle movements and performance.
• Analyse route performance data to identify cost savings and improvements.
• Build relationships with customers to secure future business.

Skills

Logistics experience

Transport planning

Route optimization

Telematics

GPS tracking

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Route planning software

GPS tracking systems

Telematics systems

Job description

Same Day Transport Planner | £35,000

Mon- Fri 09:30 - 18:30 | Riddings, Alfreton (Rotating Morning & Afternoon shift pattern also available)

We're looking for a hands-on Same Day Transport Planner, who will be responsible for planning and optimising delivery routes for our fleet of haulage vehicles to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant transportation of goods. You'll play an important role in maintaining operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Our Benefits Package

• 20 days annual leave, increasing annually up to 28 days, plus 8 bank holidays
• One paid volunteer day per year
• Health Shield cashback plan - up to £1,000 per year towards everyday health and wellbeing costs
• Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential counselling support
• Employee discount hub with savings on highstreet retailers, gyms and leisure
• Cycle to Work scheme

What You’ll Do

• Develop and optimize daily delivery routes for drivers based on customer requirements, traffic patterns, and vehicle availability.
• Communicate with drivers to ensure a seamless process is followed each working day.
• Monitor real-time traffic and weather conditions to make dynamic route adjustments.
• Maximise vehicle and driver utilisation to ensure deliveries are completed as efficiently as possible.
• Coordinate with drivers, warehouse staff, and customer service teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Use route planning and fleet management software to track vehicle movements and performance.
• Utilise the Work diary to ensure accurate records of daily operations are logged and maintained for financial analysis, including actual routes, delivery times, and fuel usage.
• Analyse route performance data to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
• Build relationships with customers to ensure future business security.
• Provide support during emergencies or unexpected delays by rerouting vehicles as needed.
• Identify opportunities for integration and resource sharing with partner Silver X and action as appropriate.
• Take work from the Network to ensure maximum fleet utilisation and revenue is achieved.
• Any other reasonable duties as required

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in logistics, transport planning, or a similar role.
• Strong geographical knowledge and understanding of road networks.
• Proficiency in route planning software
• Knowledge of transport regulations and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with telematics and GPS tracking systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

Bow Distribution is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].