Transport Planner

Workforce Staffing Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in the UK is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to coordinate operations, optimize routes, and enhance cost efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years in transport planning, excellent analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with transport planning tools. Competitive salary and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Additional company benefits (e.g., pension, healthcare)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in transport planning or logistics.
• Familiarity with transport planning tools is desirable.
• Ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement daily transport plans for timely deliveries.
• Plan and optimize routes using software tools.
• Monitor vehicle performance and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Communicate with customers about delivery status and issues.
• Analyze transport data and produce reports on performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with logistics, warehouse, and operations teams.

Skills

Transport Planning Experience

Knowledge of Route Optimization Software

Strong Analytical Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Organized and Reliable

Education

Degree in logistics, transport management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Transport planning tools (e.g., Paragon, Transics)

Job description

Job Title: Transport Planner
Location: Redditch
Salary: 28,000 - 30,000 per annum

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join a dynamic logistics team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about optimizing transport systems and delivering effective planning solutions. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating transportation operations, ensuring timely deliveries, and improving cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport Planning: Develop and implement daily transport plans to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.
• Route Optimization: Use software tools to plan and optimize routes for both inbound and outbound deliveries, ensuring maximum efficiency.
• Fleet Management: Monitor vehicle performance and ensure all fleet operations comply with legal and safety regulations.
• Customer Liaison: Communicate with customers to provide updates on delivery status, resolve issues, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Monitor performance metrics, analyze transport data, and produce reports on key KPIs (costs, delivery times, fleet efficiency).
• Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with transport regulations, including health and safety and environmental standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other teams, including logistics, warehouse, and operations to ensure smooth execution of plans.

Key Skills & Experience

• Transport Planning Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in transport planning, logistics, or a related field.
• Knowledge of Route Optimization Software: Familiarity with transport planning tools such as Paragon, Transics, or similar platforms is desirable.
• Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, assess performance, and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills for liaising with both internal teams and external customers.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to manage complex transport schedules with a focus on accuracy.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Organized and Reliable: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification in logistics, transport management, or a related field (preferred but not essential).
• Knowledge of UK transport regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (28,000 - 30,000).
• Career development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Additional company benefits (e.g., pension scheme, healthcare, etc.).

If you are an experienced Transport Planner looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Send your CV to (url removed)