Transport Planner

Coats Recruitment Limited; Redditch; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Transport Planner for a permanent role in Redditch. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in route planning and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include daily scheduling and ensuring compliance with transport regulations. Benefits include a casual dress code and bonus scheme, with a salary of £35,000 per year or more depending on experience.

Benefits

Casual dress code

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year's route planning experience.
• Communication and administrative skills essential.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily routes.
• Ensure efficient vehicle utilisation.
• Maintain compliance with legislation.

Skills

Route planning experience

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Good geographical knowledge of UK roads

Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

Transport Planner - Permanent Role

Salary: GBP35,000 per year potentially more (DOE)

Location: Redditch

Hours: Full Time, 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:00 with 1-hour unpaid lunch break)

Coats Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on a permanent basis for our well-established client in the logistics sector. This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful and growing business within the Transport and Distribution industry.

Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Day-to-day route planning and scheduling
• Ensuring vehicle utilisation is efficient to maximise cost-effectiveness
• Maintaining compliance with Vehicle and Tachograph legislation
• Liaising with drivers and account managers to resolve issues and maintain service standards
• Scheduling vehicle maintenance work and rectifying any defects that arise

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Minimum 1 year's route planning experience
• Strong communication and administration skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS)
• Knowledge of Driver Time Directive regulations
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK road network
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Contract & Working Hours:

• Permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week)
• Core hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00 (1-hour unpaid lunch)
• Flexibility required - as this is a live transport planning role, overtime may be needed to maintain service levels when necessary

Benefits:

• Casual dress code
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Bonus scheme