Transport Planner

Edge Recruits; Okehampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Company pension

Regular company events

Job summary

Edge Recruits is seeking a Transport Planner in Okehampton to coordinate daily fleet operations for a fuel distribution business. The role reports to the operations team and involves managing stock, completing tachographs, and ensuring timely deliveries.

The ideal candidate will have transport planning experience, strong organisation, and good communication skills, with proficiency in Word and Excel. On-site parking and a collaborative, employee-owned environment are highlighted in the offer.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning or logistics operations.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily deliveries for a fleet of up to 10 drivers.
• Manage stock control and record all stock movements in and out of the depot.
• Complete transport administration including tachograph reports, incident reports, driver defect sheets, and order confirmations.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, drivers, and the sales team to coordinate delivery requirements.
• Arrange vehicle servicing, inspections, repairs, and daily driver debriefs.

Skills

Transport planning

Logistics operations

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem solving

MS Office

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Transport Planner

Location: Okehampton

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Shifts: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:30

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Transport Planner to join a well-established fuel distribution business based in Okehampton.This is an excellent opportunity to join an employee-owned company known for its supportive culture, local reputation, and commitment to operational excellence.Working within a busy transport and logistics environment, you will be responsible for coordinating daily fleet operations, managing stock control processes, and supporting the efficient running of the depot.You will work closely with drivers, customers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure excellent service and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily deliveries for a fleet of up to 10 drivers.
• Manage stock control and accurately record all stock movements in and out of the depot.
• Complete transport administration including tachograph reports, incident reports, driver defect sheets, and order confirmations.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, drivers, and the sales team to coordinate delivery requirements.
• Arrange vehicle servicing, inspections, repairs, and conduct daily driver debriefs.

About You

Essential

• Previous experience within transport planning or logistics operations.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.

Desirable

• Knowledge of driver hours regulations and tachograph legislation.
• Experience working within a transport, fuel distribution, or logistics environment.
• A proactive approach with the ability to identify process improvements.

What's in it for You?

• Employee-owned business with profit-sharing opportunities.
• Private medical insurance, life insurance, and company pension.
• Friendly and supportive working environment with career development opportunities.
• Free on-site parking and regular company events.