Transport Planner

Pertemps Wolverhampton; England; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Telford is seeking a Transport Co-ordinator to ensure the efficient operation of daily transport activities. Responsibilities include tracking vehicle movements, planning deliveries, and maintaining excellent communication with drivers and customers. Candidates should be highly organised, have strong communication skills, and a valid UK driving licence is essential. This role offers a salary of £32,000 per annum with flexible working hours.

Benefits

Company pension

Health cover

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a transport or logistics co-ordination role is preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate information within TMS.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vehicle movements using the tracking system.
• Track and report delays such as motorway closures.
• Liaise with drivers and warehouse staff to resolve issues.
• Plan and organise same-day deliveries.
• Support completion of key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Maintain customer relationships with clear communication.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Good geographical knowledge of the UK

Highly organised

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to work under pressure

Planning and multitasking abilities

Education

Full UK driving licence

Understanding of road transport regulations

Tools

Transport Management System (TMS)

Job description

Reports To: Transport Manager
Location: Telford
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Hours: Approx. 50 hours per week (flexible, including 1 Saturday morning in every 4 - approx. 3 hours)
Benefits: Company pension and health cover

We're recruiting for a Transport Co-ordinator based in Telford. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of daily transport activities. You will monitor vehicle movements, plan deliveries, and provide excellent communication between drivers, warehouse staff, and customers. A strong focus on organisation, problem-solving, and customer satisfaction is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor vehicle movements using the tracking system to ensure schedules are maintained.
• Track and report any delays such as motorway closures, breakdowns, or other issues.
• Liaise with drivers, warehouse staff, and customers to report and resolve delivery or collection problems promptly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information within the Transport Management System (TMS).
• Support completion of key performance indicators (KPIs) by ensuring data integrity.
• Plan and organise same day deliveries using available transport resources.
• Maintain excellent customer relationships, providing clear and timely communication at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the wider logistics and operations teams to achieve departmental objectives.

Key Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Highly organised, with excellent planning and multitasking abilities.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and make decisions under pressure.
• Flexible approach to working hours to meet business needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in a transport or logistics co-ordination role (preferred).
• Understanding of road transport regulations, including Driver CPC and Working Time Directive (advantageous).
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Strong IT literacy, with experience using TMS or similar systems.

To be considered for this role please apply now