Transport Planner

WR Logistics; Scotland; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join their team in Aberdeen. This role involves planning and optimising transport routes across UK and Europe, managing haulage operations, and ensuring smooth delivery processes. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the industry and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a transport planner role.
• Strong knowledge of UK and European road transport regulations.
• Experience with route planning software.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise transport routes across the UK and Europe.
• Coordinate general haulage operations.
• Resolve delivery issues in real time.

Skills

Route planning

Logistics regulations

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

Route planning software

TMS platforms

Job description

Transport Planner - Aberdeen - Up to 45,000 per annum!


Job type: Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30-5pm
Salary: Up to 45,000 per annum

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Planner to join a thriving and established logistics team in Aberdeen.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in domestic and international route planning as well as general haulage operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise transport routes across the UK and Europe to ensure cost-effective and timely deliveries
• Coordinate general haulage operations
• Managing road freight imports & exports
• Liaise with drivers, subcontractors, and customers to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Resolve delivery issues, delays, or route changes in real time
• Provide support in sourcing and managing subcontracted transport when necessary

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a transport planner role, ideally within general haulage and both domestic and international logistics
• Strong knowledge of UK and European road transport regulations
• Experience with route planning software and TMS platforms
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Interested? Apply now with an up to date CV to be considered for this exciting Transport Planner opportunity!

WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.