Transport Planner

ZipRecruiter; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK distribution business is seeking a Transport Planner in Tamworth. This key role involves planning and enhancing a nationwide multi-drop network's performance. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of the UK road network and transport planning, alongside excellent organisational and analytical skills. A full UK driving licence is required. The position offers a salary of £32,400 plus benefits in a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities to influence distribution strategy

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK road network and transport planning.
• Understanding of EU driver hours and operator licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily routing and resource allocation across a multi-site network.
• Maximise fleet utilisation and reduce delivery costs.
• Maintain compliance with health & safety, driver hours, and transport legislation.

Skills

Analytical

Organisational

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Ortec

Microlise

Job description

Job Description

Transport Planner

Tamworth

£32,400 + Benefits

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for logistics and a knack for optimising transport operations? A leading UK distribution business is seeking a Transport Planner to join their centralised transport team based in Tamworth.

This is a key role responsible for planning and enhancing the performance of a nationwide multi-drop network, ensuring maximum fleet efficiency and compliance with transport regulations.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Plan daily routing and resource allocation across a multi-site network
• Maximise fleet utilisation and reduce delivery costs
• Process export orders and ensure timely fulfilment
• Maintain compliance with health & safety, driver hours, and transport legislation
• Contribute to network strategy through data analysis and scenario modelling
• Provide system support and generate performance reports
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and third-party transport providers

What We're Looking For:

• Strong knowledge of UK road network and transport planning
• Understanding of EU driver hours and operator licensing requirements
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office; knowledge of Ortec or Microlise is a plus
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills
• Calm, logical thinker with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Full UK driving licence required

What's In It for You:

• £32,400 basic salary
• A comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities to influence distribution strategy
• A supportive and collaborative working environment

About Cast UK:

Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.com.