Transport Planner

Adecco; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company is seeking a Transport Planner for its Bury St Edmunds location. The role involves efficiently planning transportation schedules, managing multi-drop vehicle routing, and enhancing operational relationships. Candidates should have relevant experience and skills in problem-solving and communication, with proficiency in Microsoft applications.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Transport Planner/Coordinator role.
• Strong understanding of routing processes and procedures.
• Well organised, self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise and organise multi-drop vehicle routing across depots.
• Communicate with Sales to meet customer delivery needs.
• Monitor vehicle progress and adjust routes as necessary.

Skills

Routing processes

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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We are currently seeking a Transport Planner on behalf of our client based on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds! If you have previous experience in planning Transportation schedules and are looking for a great company experiencing growth, this is the role for you!

Hours: 08:30am-17:30pm (Monday-Friday)

Job Responsibilities:

• Prioritise and organise multi-drop vehicle routing across depots, ensuring efficient delivery.
• Communicate with Sales to meet customer delivery needs and resolve potential issues with warehouse teams.
• Monitor vehicle progress, adjust routes as necessary, and communicate accurate delivery details to drivers.
• Ensure compliance with driver regulations (working time, tacho hours) while planning routes.
• Build strong relationships with drivers, suppliers, and subcontractors to streamline operations.
• Drive continuous improvement within the transport department and across the business.

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience in a Transport Planner/Coordinator role.
• Strong understanding of routing processes and procedures.
• The ability to effectively manage internal and external relationships.
• Problem solving mindset.
• Well organised, self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Computer skills and knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

If you are interested in this role, or know of someone that may be interested, please respond to this with a copy of an up to date CV for more information. Alternatively you can reach us on !

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.