Transport Planner

ATL Transport; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in the UK is seeking a detail-oriented Transport Planner. You will design and optimise transport routes, monitor costs, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in route planning and be proficient in transport management systems. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a solid benefits package including 30 days' holiday and a health and wellbeing package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days' holiday

Health and wellbeing package

Life assurance

Refer a Friend bonus (£500)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in route planning within a busy transport environment.
• Proficient in transport management systems (e.g., Sterling, ESP, Qargo).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve logistical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimise transport routes using routing software.
• Monitor data to adapt plans and improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Route planning

Transport management systems (TMS)

Analytical skills

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths

Tools

Transport management systems (TMS)

Job description

Overview

The role

We are looking for a detail-oriented Transport Planner to join our Transport team. You'll be at the heart of ensuring our fleet runs efficiently, cost-effectively, and in full compliance with safety and customer requirements. From route optimisation to cost control and driver liaison, you'll help keep our operation moving.

Hours: Full-time, 50 hours per week

Salary: £30 000-£32 000

Key responsibilities

• Design and optimise transport routes using route planning software.
• Monitor real-time data to adapt and improve plans.
• Manage transport costs by improving efficiency and resource use.
• Ensure compliance with all transport regulations, safety standards, and ADR requirements.
• Analyse route performance and prepare performance and cost-saving reports.
• Collaborate with drivers, first line managers, and other teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Keep up to date with the latest transport technology and implement improvements.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience in route planning within a busy transport environment.
• Proficient in transport management systems (TMS) such as Sterling, ESP, or Qargo.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve logistical challenges.
• Confident communicator, able to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

Why join ATL?

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 30 days' holiday (including bank holidays)
• Health and wellbeing package
• Life assurance
• “Refer a Friend” bonus (£500)