Transport Planner: Optimize Routes & OTIF KPIs

Unipart Group; Bedworth; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Transport Planner to manage transport services and deliver excellent customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will oversee cost-effective transportation, maintain route plans, and ensure compliance with KPIs. The role requires exceptional planning skills, attention to detail, and effective communication. Knowledge of Transport Management Systems is advantageous. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a commitment to professional development and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

22 days rising holiday

Pension

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing support

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Strong planning and organisational skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Proven ability to cope with fast-moving priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery KPIs ensuring cost-effective transport services.
• Create and maintain route plans across multiple sites.
• Ensure transport management procedures are up to date.

Skills

Planning and organisational skills

Verbal and written communication skills

IT skills in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suites

Ability to work towards targets

Team player

Tools

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Microsoft Office

Google Suites

Job description

A leading logistics company is seeking a Transport Planner to manage transport services and deliver excellent customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will oversee cost-effective transportation, maintain route plans, and ensure compliance with KPIs. The role requires exceptional planning skills, attention to detail, and effective communication. Knowledge of Transport Management Systems is advantageous. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a commitment to professional development and employee wellbeing.