Transport Planner – Route & Fleet Optimisation

Kinaxia Logistics; Rugby; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension

Full Uniform and PPE

Onsite Parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Loyalty Awards

Employee discounts across brands

Job summary

Kinaxia Logistics in Rugby is recruiting a Transport Planner to plan and execute cost-efficient collection and delivery schedules, aligning with business objectives and service targets.

You will manage vehicle and driver allocations, coordinate with the Workshop, and communicate plans to maintain high customer service levels. The role emphasises team collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Highway Code, EU tachograph, Working Time Regulations, and Road Transport Regulations.
• Experience in transport operations planning and systems.
• Ability to demonstrate and apply company values: Safe, Talented, Attentive, Reliable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute collection and delivery schedules using cost-efficient methods.
• Coordinate with Workshop to ensure vehicle availability.
• Allocate drivers, vehicles and trailers, and manage backloads.
• Share plans with transport team and maintain customer service levels.
• Manage staffing, including agency staff, to meet daily plans.
• Communicate with customers, provide handovers to relevant departments.
• Process customer bookings; provide rates and quotes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and health and safety compliance.
• Maintain general housekeeping and a safe working environment.

Skills

TMS knowledge

Fleet planning

Staff scheduling

Communication

Health & safety

Problem solving

Geographical knowledge

Tools

TMS software

Job description

Kinaxia Logistics in Rugby is recruiting a Transport Planner to plan and execute cost-efficient collection and delivery schedules, aligning with business objectives and service targets.

You will manage vehicle and driver allocations, coordinate with the Workshop, and communicate plans to maintain high customer service levels. The role emphasises team collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.