Transport Planner

Manpower 2Sisters; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join one of the UK's largest food manufacturers as a Transport Planner in Leeds. This role involves planning nationwide multi-drop deliveries using own fleet and third-party logistics, ensuring operational excellence and timely service delivery. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments and possess transport planning experience.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family

Cycle2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in transport or general planning within FMCG, logistics, or manufacturing is desired.
• High attention to detail and a customer-focused mindset are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Plan efficient and accurate delivery routes using Routyn Transport Planning System.
• Liaise with production sites to support capacity and delivery scheduling.
• Prepare and compile transport performance reports.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Geographical knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational abilities

Attention to detail

Job description

Location: Moran Logistics, Leeds LS10 1TA

Job fairs

Working Hours: 4 x 10 hour shifts a week (including alternate weekends)

About Us

Join 2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories, including popular brands like Holland's pies. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.

About the Role

We're seeking a highly organised and proactive Transport Planner to join our growing logistics team at our Leeds hub. Reporting to the Planning Supervisor, you'll be part of a close-knit team of three, playing a crucial role in delivering efficient, cost-effective, and timely transport solutions across the UK.

As part of a centralised planning initiative, you'll be at the forefront of planning nationwide multi-drop deliveries using both own fleet and third-party logistics providers. This role is key to ensuring operational excellence across our production and distribution network.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan efficient and accurate delivery routes using Routyn Transport Planning System
• Maintain key planning parameters such as drive times, unload rates, and vehicle configurations
• Liaise with production sites to support capacity and delivery scheduling
• Meet planning cut-offs to support warehouse operations
• Assist the dispatch team with real-time issue resolution
• Prepare and compile transport performance reports

About You

You're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings a methodical approach to planning. You're a natural problem-solver, highly organised, and committed to delivering excellent service and results. You enjoy collaboration but can also work independently. You're flexible, open to occasional travel, and keen to understand the bigger picture of how logistics integrates with the wider business.

Key Skills

• Previous experience in transport or general planning within FMCG, logistics, or manufacturing
• Strong geographical knowledge and a customer-focused mindset
• Strong communication and organisational abilities
• High attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Refer a friend scheme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year
• Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family. (Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner and Burger & Cocktails
• Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?

As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.

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Created on 29/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom