Transport Planner: Optimize Routes & Deliver Growth

Starting Point Recruitment; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Transport Planner in Fradley, offering a salary of £35,000 per year. The role involves planning transport routes, managing daily operations, and ensuring compliance with transport regulations. Ideal candidates have proven experience in transport logistics and strong organisational skills. Join a dynamic team in a rewarding environment with potential for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport planning, logistics, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of UK transport regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise transport routes to ensure cost-effective and efficient delivery schedules.
• Monitor and manage the daily transport operations, addressing any issues promptly.
• Coordinate with drivers and other team members to ensure compliance with schedules and regulations.
• Liaise with customers to provide updates on delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate records, including schedules and vehicle maintenance logs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Transport planning

Logistics

UK transport regulations

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Transport management systems

Job description

A recruitment agency seeks a Transport Planner in Fradley, offering a salary of £35,000 per year. The role involves planning transport routes, managing daily operations, and ensuring compliance with transport regulations. Ideal candidates have proven experience in transport logistics and strong organisational skills. Join a dynamic team in a rewarding environment with potential for career development.