Transport Planner

Streamline Search; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company is seeking a motivated Transport Planner to enhance their dedicated team in Trafford Park. This role focuses on managing collections and deliveries, ensuring high service standards amidst varying demands. With a competitive salary and supportive environment, this position is ideal for individuals with proven experience in transport planning.

Benefits

30 days annual leave, rising to 35 days with service

Paid overtime for Saturday mornings

Full training and continuous support

Positive, inclusive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Transport Planner role.
• Ability to manage drivers effectively.
• Flexible toward shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage Irish export trailers.
• Schedule and coordinate multi-drop collections.
• Ensure on-time deliveries and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Confident communication

IT literacy

Job description

Job Title: Transport Planner

Location: Trafford Park

Salary: 29,000 - 32,000 per annum (plus overtime opportunities)

Job Type: Full-time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Holiday Cover Shifts (up to 9 weeks/year):

AM Shift: 5:30am - 2:00pm

PM Shift: 12:30pm - 9:00pm

Occasional Saturday Mornings: Paid as overtime

About Us

Our client are a proud people-first business with a strong team culture. From their drivers to the cleaners, everyone plays a vital role and is treated with equal respect. They are not your typical transport company - we care about our people, and it shows in everything they do. Honesty, reliability, and genuine care are at the core of how we operate.

At their Trafford Park site, we are now looking for a hands-on, motivated Transport Planner to join our dedicated team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Plan and manage Irish export trailers (Dublin & Belfast).
• Schedule and coordinate multi-drop collections and deliveries (C&D) for pallet network customers.
• Ensure on-time deliveries and all scheduled customer collections are achieved.
• Reactively adjust plans based on network/customer needs.
• Maintain regular communication with drivers and internal teams.
• Monitor live operations and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Ensure efficient use of vehicles and drivers while maintaining high service standards.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a Transport Planner role
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to stay calm and solve problems under pressure.
• Confident communicator who can manage and support drivers effectively.
• Flexible attitude toward shift patterns and occasional weekend work.
• Good IT literacy - training will be provided for in-house systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ( 29,000 - 32,000 DOE)
• Paid overtime for Saturday mornings
• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays), rising to 35 days with service
• A positive, inclusive team environment where your contribution truly matters
• Full training and continuous support

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