Senior Transport Planner

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

Job summary

A dynamic supplies company located in Trafford Park is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to manage and coordinate transport activities across two depots. The role requires excellent geographical knowledge and strong communication skills. You will be responsible for booking drivers, monitoring work orders, and providing timely updates to customers. A competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000 per year is offered, alongside opportunities for career development and additional perks such as an on-site gym and free parking.

Benefits

On-site gym with Personal Training sessions

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 and schedule drivers efficiently.
• Monitor incoming emails and work orders.

Skills

Transport route planning

Geographical knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Job Opportunity: 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 / scheduling 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, 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.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with plenty of room for personal and professional growth. If you’re looking for a fun, social work environment with great prospects, we want to hear from you!

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.