Transport Planner: Fast-Paced FMCG Logistics Pro

Culina Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Warrington seeks a Transport Planner to oversee day-to-day transport operations. Responsibilities include planning collections, managing fleet workload, and ensuring effective transport plans. Ideal candidates will have strong geographical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and experience with TMS systems. This role offers a salary up to £33,000 per annum, with a commitment to employee development and a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Annual Leave - 20 days plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with 5% employee contributions

Wellness program with confidential support

Eye Care Vouchers for discounts

Reward & Recognition programs

Access to discounts through a benefit platform

Responsibilities

• Create efficient transport plans with Transport and Warehouse teams.
• Assemble 400+ consolidated orders into loads daily.
• Plan and subcontract orders across multiple warehouse facilities.
• Manage daily workload of fleet vehicles.
• Report and resolve problems and queries.
• Plan 100 collections daily on a time-critical basis.
• Maintain and exceed agreed KPIs.
• Proactively look for continuous improvements.
• Make decisions under pressure and tight timescales.
• Adapt working approach to meet business requirements.

Skills

Good geographical knowledge of the UK

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Excellent communication skills

Customer focus on delivery performance

Commercially astute

Experience using TMS systems

Strong analytical capability

Job description

A leading logistics company in Warrington seeks a Transport Planner to oversee day-to-day transport operations. Responsibilities include planning collections, managing fleet workload, and ensuring effective transport plans. Ideal candidates will have strong geographical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and experience with TMS systems. This role offers a salary up to £33,000 per annum, with a commitment to employee development and a diverse workplace.