Transport Planner

Orion Electrotech; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a proactive and organised Transport Planner on a part-time, fixed-term basis. You will coordinate deliveries across the UK, ensuring optimal operations and compliance with regulations, while fostering relationships with key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience using Paragon planning systems preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to take initiative and remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organise transport and raw material loads across the UK.
• Manage driver and vehicle resources with local transport managers.
• Assign and monitor work for 3rd party hauliers.

Skills

Experience using Paragon planning systems

Previous experience in logistics or demand planning

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Able to take initiative and work independently

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and planning tools

Customer-focused mindset

Flexible with a can-do attitude

Job description

Job Title: Transport Planner
Location: Hybrid (Peterborough HQ Onsite Tuesdays & 2 days per week during training)
Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term, Part-Time (Monday, Tuesday & Friday 8 hours per day)
Salary: £19,200 £22,400 (pro-rata)

Were looking for a proactive and organised Transport Planner to join our logistics team on a part-time, fixed-term basis. Youll be responsible for the day-to-day planning and coordination of deliveries across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and organise transport and return raw material loads to mills across the UK.

• Manage driver and vehicle resources through collaboration with local transport managers.

• Assign and monitor work for 3rd party hauliers.

• Work with Customer Service to optimise delivery volumes across the week using customer flexibility.

• Communicate effectively with management and site teams to ensure customer expectations are met.

• Monitor vehicle tracking systems to identify and implement efficiencies.

• Produce and maintain plan vs actual KPIs.

• Provide performance feedback to improve operational efficiency.

• Ensure all planning complies with OLicence and safety requirements.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships across teams and stakeholders.

Skills & Experience

• Experience using Paragon planning systems (preferred).

• Previous experience in logistics or demand planning.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Able to take initiative, remain calm under pressure, and work independently.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other planning tools.

• Positive, customer-focused mindset internally and externally.

• Flexible, with a can-do attitude and commitment to teamwork.

• Comfortable working in a hybrid setup, with regular on-site presence during onboarding.

Working Pattern

• Contract Length: 6 months

• Days: Monday, Tuesday, Friday (8 hours/day)

• Location: Hybrid On-site in Peterborough on Tuesdays and during initial training period

If you like the look of this role, then click and apply or if you would like further information, please contact Jamie Garcia-Courtice at Orion Electrotech [e-mail]

Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website.

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