Senior Transport Planner

wr-logistics; Bristol; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Bristol is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to oversee nationwide haulage operations. The ideal candidate will ensure efficient planning and coordination while liaising across departments for optimal service delivery. This role offers a competitive salary, and candidates should possess robust geographical knowledge and strong IT skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Transport Planner role, ideally within general haulage.
• Strong understanding of transport legislation and health and safety.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise nationwide haulage operations for timely deliveries.
• Monitor real-time transport plans and react to changing circumstances.
• Liaise with drivers and customers to ensure high service levels.

Skills

Geographical knowledge of the UK road network

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Tools

Transport management systems (TMS)

Microsoft Excel

Route planning software

Job description

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Transport Planner - Bristol - Up to £38,000 per annum

I currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Planner to join a leading Logistics company at their site in Bristol.

This role is critical in ensuring the efficient planning and coordination of nationwide general haulage operations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for routing and scheduling a fleet of vehicles across the UK, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise, and optimise nationwide haulage operations to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
• Monitor transport plans in real-time and respond swiftly to changing circumstances such as traffic, delays, or last-minute bookings.
• Liaise with drivers, customers, and internal departments to ensure clear communication and high service levels.
• Utilise transport planning software and telematics systems for route optimisation and performance analysis.
  
  

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a Transport Planner role, ideally within general haulage.
• Excellent geographical knowledge of the UK road network.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in transport management systems (TMS), Microsoft Excel, and route planning software.
• Strong understanding of transport legislation, driver hours regulations, and health and safety.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.
  
  

Interested? Apply now with an up to date CV to be considered for this exciting Transport Planner opportunity.

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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