Senior Transport Planner

A for Appointments; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic supplies company in Trafford Park, Manchester, is seeking an experienced Senior Transport Planner to manage transport activities across depots. The ideal candidate will have excellent geographical knowledge and strong communication skills, with a competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000 per year. The role offers opportunities for career development, an on-site gym, and more.

Benefits

Competitive salary

On-site gym

Career development opportunities

Regular social events

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in transport route planning is ideal.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized with excellent administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate transport activities across two depots.
• Book/schedule drivers efficiently.
• Monitor emails and work orders, taking appropriate action.
• Allocate jobs to drivers and monitor requests.
• Collaborate with Operations Manager to monitor delivery efficiency.

Skills

Transport route planning

Excellent geographical knowledge

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, Outlook)

Job description

Senior Transport Planner

Location: Trafford Park, Manchester

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5pm, On-Site)

Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Route Planner / Senior Transport Planner to join a dynamic and expanding supplies company at Trafford Park, Manchester.

As a key member of our team, you will play an integral part in the success of the business. We are looking for a self‑motivated, adaptable individual who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate is a natural communicator with a positive, proactive attitude, eager to contribute to the growth of the company and be part of our winning team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate transport activities across two depots, ensuring smooth operations.
• Book / schedule drivers efficiently.
• Monitor incoming emails and work orders, taking appropriate action.
• Process new jobs and work orders, liaising closely with engineers and drivers.
• Keep customers informed of any service delays or failed services.
• Act as a communication link between customers and drivers, ensuring timely updates.
• Allocate jobs to drivers, providing clear instructions and monitoring requests.
• Manage and adapt daily schedules to account for transport issues and changes.
• Use tablets and tracking systems to allocate and track delivery routes.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to monitor vehicle performance and delivery efficiency.

Requirements

• Experience in transport route planning is ideal.
• Excellent geographical knowledge.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well‑organized with excellent administrative skills.
• Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office and Outlook.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year.
• Convenient Trafford Park location.
• Opportunities for career development and professional training.
• On‑site gym with Personal Training (PT) sessions available.
• Regular social events and employee incentives.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Full‑time / Permanent position.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunities for everyone. We embrace diversity and believe that a balanced, inclusive workforce is crucial to our business. Discrimination, harassment, or bullying towards candidates or employees will not be tolerated.

Application Note

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not received a response within five days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.