Transport Planner

SourceCo Recruitment Limited; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SourceCo Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join a busy transport operation in the West Midlands. You will plan daily transport movements, coordinate drivers and vehicles, and ensure deliveries run smoothly.

This full-time, permanent role suits someone with UK transport knowledge, strong organisational and problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to adapt to changes at short notice. Salary ranges from GBP33,000 to GBP36,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in Transport Planning, Logistics or a similar operational role.
• Strong understanding of UK transport operations and driver hours.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily transport schedules and allocate work to drivers.
• Coordinate vehicles and trailers to meet operational requirements.
• Monitor deliveries and collections throughout the day.
• Maintain regular contact with drivers, customers and internal teams.
• React quickly to delays, breakdowns and changes to planned routes.
• Monitor driver hours and ensure compliance.
• Maintain transport and operational records.
• Liaise with customers regarding delivery and collection needs.
• Monitor vehicle availability and assist with fleet planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve vehicle utilisation and reduce mileage.
• Support the wider transport operation with admin and reporting.

Skills

Transport planning experience

UK transport operations knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Transport planning software

Job description

Location: West Midlands

Salary: GBP33,000 GBP36,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Role

We re currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner to join a busy and growing transport operation.

You ll be responsible for planning daily transport movements, coordinating drivers and vehicles, and making sure collections and deliveries run as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

This is a fast-paced role suited to someone who enjoys problem-solving, is confident communicating with drivers and customers, and can stay organised when plans change at short notice.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan daily transport schedules and allocate work to drivers
• Coordinate vehicles and trailers to meet operational requirements
• Monitor deliveries and collections throughout the day
• Keep in regular contact with drivers, customers and internal teams
• React quickly to delays, breakdowns and changes to planned routes
• Monitor driver hours and ensure operations remain compliant
• Maintain accurate transport and operational records
• Liaise with customers regarding delivery and collection requirements
• Monitor vehicle availability and assist with fleet planning
• Identify opportunities to improve vehicle utilisation and reduce unnecessary mileage
• Support the wider transport operation with general administration and reporting

PLEAS NOTE THIS ROLE WILL REQUIRE YOU TO WORK EVERY OTHER SATURDAY.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience in Transport Planning, Logistics or a similar operational role
• A good understanding of UK transport operations
• Knowledge of drivers' hours and transport compliance
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to remain calm and make decisions under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and transport planning systems
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team

Desirable Experience

• Experience within HGV transport, haulage or general fleet operations would be advantageous.
• Experience with transport management systems, working with subcontractors or coordinating HGV drivers would also be beneficial.
• A Transport Manager CPC qualification would be highly advantageous and may attract a salary towards the top end of the range.

What's on Offer

• GBP33,000 GBP36,000 salary
• Permanent position
• Full-time hours
• Opportunity to join an established transport operation
• Varied and hands-on planning role
• Opportunity to develop within the transport function