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GBP 60,000 - 80,000

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transport Planner to enhance their logistics operations. In this role, you'll coordinate daily delivery schedules, ensuring timely and cost-effective transport solutions. You'll leverage your expertise in Transport Management Systems to optimize routes and maintain high service levels. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and proactive communication, and enjoy a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, including holiday schemes and professional development opportunities. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to a leading UK ecommerce retailer and drive customer loyalty.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits
Growth opportunities and career development
Fun, fast-paced team environment
22 days holiday plus bank holidays
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Salary sacrifice Cycle-to-work scheme
Staff discounts
Subsidised gym membership
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

  • Experience in transport planning or logistics coordination is essential.
  • Strong computer literacy with a focus on Excel and email communication.
  • Ability to work under pressure while managing competing priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily planning and execution of customer deliveries.
  • Develop delivery schedules using TMS and ensure efficient operations.
  • Maintain accurate system records and communicate effectively with customers.

Skills

Transport Planning
Logistics Coordination
Excel Proficiency
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving
Organizational Skills

Tools

Transport Management Systems (TMS)
Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Spreadsheets

Job description

Purpose of the Role

As a Transport Planner at Leader Online, you will be responsible for coordinating the daily planning and execution of customer deliveries, ensuring the most efficient and cost-effective routes are used. You will work closely with the Transport Planner Supervisor, warehouse teams, and customer service to ensure that all transport activities support service level targets and deliver an exceptional customer experience.

Key Responsibilities
Route Planning & Coordination
  • Develop daily delivery schedules using OptimoRoute and other Transport Management Systems (TMS).
  • Ensure timely, efficient, and cost-effective transport operations, balancing capacity with delivery requirements.
  • Process customer orders accurately for warehouse picking and dispatch.
  • Book deliveries and proactively communicate updates or amendments to customers.
  • Rearrange failed deliveries and manage daily customer notifications.
Transport System & Documentation
  • Maintain accurate system records of routing, vehicle assignments, and order status.
  • Use TMS, WMS, spreadsheets, and internal platforms to process data and generate reports.
  • Support data entry, route optimisation, and stock visibility from a transport perspective.
Customer Communication
  • Conduct outbound calls and emails to customers for booking confirmations, delivery updates, and addressing access or readiness issues.
  • Liaise with relevant departments to assist with customer delivery-related damage claims.
Collaboration & Coordination
  • Work closely with customer service, warehouse, and purchasing teams to align order fulfilment with delivery planning.
  • Update internal teams on the day’s delivery routes, drop volumes, and relevant customer information.
  • Communicate effectively with 3PL partners and internal fleet drivers as needed.
Health, Safety & Quality
  • Adhere to all site health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
  • Report equipment issues, delivery problems, or route hazards promptly to the supervisor.
Performance Expectations
  • Accurately plan routes to support OTIF (On Time In Full) performance and service quality.
  • Maintain system accuracy and timely reporting to support operational transparency.
  • Uphold customer service excellence through clear, proactive communication.
  • Demonstrate initiative in identifying opportunities to optimise efficiency and reduce costs.
Essential Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience in a transport planning or logistics coordination role.
  • Proficient computer literacy, including strong Excel and email skills.
  • Experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS) is essential.
  • Strong organisational and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities effectively.
Key Competencies
  • Technical: Route planning, TMS/WMS use, order processing.
  • Behavioural: Accuracy, speed, reliability, proactive mindset.
  • Professional: Team-oriented, honest, flexible, customer-focused.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Growth opportunities and career development
  • Fun, fast-paced team environment
  • Chance to drive customer loyalty in a leading UK ecommerce retailer
  • 22 days holiday per year, together with bank holidays, and a scheme to enable employees to purchase an additional 3 days holiday from the Company, or sell back 2 days of holiday to the Company;
  • Length of Service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years service;
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements;
  • Salary sacrifice Cycle-to-work scheme;
  • Staff discounts on the Leader product range;
  • Subsidised gym membership;
  • Employee Assistance Programme, Access to Wellbeing Advice & Counselling
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Salary: £12.50
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