Transport Planner

DHL; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain business is seeking an experienced Transport Planner in Stoke on Trent. The role involves improving planning processes and requires expertise in transport scheduling and Paragon software. Applicants should possess strong IT skills and excellent communication abilities.

Benefits

Free parking

Free confidential 24/7 GP Service

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hundreds of discounts

Affordable loans

Enhanced Pension Scheme

24/7 employee support service including counselling

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning and scheduling is essential.
• Excellent knowledge of planning principles and experience in Paragon software.
• Strong IT skills, particularly with Excel.

Responsibilities

• Importing data CSV files into the Transport Management System.
• Planning using Paragon software.
• Communicating with various stakeholders.

Skills

Transport Planning / Scheduling experience

Knowledge of planning principles

Excellent IT skills including Excel

Strong team player

Strong geographical knowledge of the UK

Tools

Paragon planning software

Excel

Job description

Transport Planner - based Stoke on Trent

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Salary: £30,237 per annum

Shift patterns: Monday to Friday – weekly rotating 07:00‑15:00, 10:00‑18:00 and 14:00‑22:00 (flexibility required)

Location: Stoke on Trent ST4 4EX

DHL, an award winning leading supply chain business, is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to play a vital role ensuring continuous improvement of planning processes within the transport department.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE ENTAIL?

• Receiving data CSV files and importing into the Transport Management System
• Planning using Paragon software – working with 200 stores, 100 suppliers and outbases
• Good critical thinking skills, ability to work in fast paced, changing environment
• Able to communicate at all levels, internally and externally – excellent people skills

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

• Transport Planning / Scheduling experience is essential
• Excellent knowledge of planning principles and experience of Paragon planning software
• Excellent IT skills including Excel including pivot tables
• A strong team player, with an eye for detail and a flexible approach
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK

WHY CHOOSE US?

• On Site Benefits: Free parking
• Free confidential 24/7 GP Service
• Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays
• Hundreds of discounts (including Retail, Childcare + Gym)
• Affordable loans & Enhanced Pension Scheme
• 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: https://supplychainjobs.dhl.com/jobs/our-benefits/

✅ WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

✅ BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 27th October 2025. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.