Transport Planner in Leeds, West Yorkshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Leeds; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics recruitment firm is seeking a proactive Transport Planner in Leeds. You will coordinate delivery fleet operations and ensure compliance with transport legislation. The ideal candidate has experience in transport planning, knowledge of UK geography, and proficiency in TMS tools like Paragon. This role does not offer visa sponsorship, requiring unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a transport planning role, ideally in multi-temperature or FMCG logistics.
• Experience planning 40+ multi-drop routes per day.
• Strong knowledge of UK geography and routing systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule vehicle routes to maximize efficiency.
• Allocate drivers and vehicles per legal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards.

Skills

Transport planning

Route planning

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Paragon (TMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location

Leeds

Salary

Up to £35,000.00

Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Transport Planner to join our client’s team at their Leeds depot. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the delivery fleet, which includes up to 130 vehicles ranging from vans to artics.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule vehicle routes to maximise efficiency and ensure timely deliveries.
• Allocate drivers and vehicles in line with operational needs and legal requirements (e.g. drivers’ hours, Working Time Directive).
• Liaise with customers, drivers and depot teams to maintain high service levels.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health & safety standards, and transport legislation.
• Produce transport reports and analyse performance to identify areas for improvement.
• Support the wider transport team during peak periods and coordinate across multiple depots.

Experience

• Proven experience in a transport planning role, ideally within multi‑temperature or FMCG logistics.
• Experience planning 40+ multi‑drop routes per day.
• Strong working knowledge of UK geography and routing systems.
• Familiarity with transport compliance, driver hours, and fleet operations.
• Proficiency in Paragon (TMS) and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.

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Right to Work

All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.

Application

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