Transport Planner: Route Optimisation & Fleet Utilisation

Be Modern Ltd

Jarrow

On-site

GBP 27,000 - 36,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

NEST Pension Scheme with employer and

23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Birthday holiday

Sick Pay (after 6 months)

EOT Bonus (after 6 months)

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Long-Service Awards

5-minute walk from Bede Metro Station

Job summary

Be Modern Ltd in the UK is seeking a motivated and organised Transport Planner to join our Distribution Office in Jarrow, Tyne and Wear. You will plan and coordinate deliveries across the UK, ensuring our HGV fleet is used efficiently and deliveries are completed on time and in full.

The role involves liaising with Production, Warehouse and Customer Services, using PTV Logistics (DPS), route optimisation, and load scheduling.

Qualifications

Strong IT skills and confidence using computer-based planning systems.
Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage changing priorities.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships across multiple departments.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proactive and flexible approach to work.
Previous experience in a Transport Planner, Logistics Planner, or Distribution Planner role.
Experience using PTV Logistics (DPS) or similar route-planning software.
Knowledge of UK road networks and geographical locations.
Understanding of Drivers' Hours Regulations and EU driving rules.
Experience planning routes and also input into carrier portals, printing labels for overnight carrier orders. Printing driver documents off / delivery notes.
Experience within a furniture manufacturing, retail distribution, logistics, or multi-drop delivery environment.
Understanding of warehouse and distribution processes.

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, and optimise delivery routes using PTV Logistics (DPS).
Allocate deliveries and loads efficiently across the HGV fleet to maximise vehicle utilisation and operational efficiency.
Coordinate the delivery of furniture products to customers, distribution centres, and retail locations throughout the UK.
Ensure vehicles are loaded to maximum capacity whilst maintaining safe loading practices for large and high-value furniture products.
Monitor daily transport operations and respond promptly to delays, route changes, and operational issues.
Work closely with Production, Warehouse, Customer Services, and Distribution teams to coordinate finished goods availability and delivery schedules.
Liaise with drivers regarding routes, schedules, delivery instructions, and operational requirements.
Communicate proactively with internal stakeholders regarding delivery schedules, capacity constraints, delivery issues, and customer requirements.
Ensure deliveries are completed on time and in full whilst maintaining excellent customer service standards.
Maintain accurate transport records and planning data.
Assist with vehicle maintenance scheduling and ensure vehicle availability is considered when planning routes.
Ensure transport operations comply with Drivers' Hours Regulations, the Working Time Directive, Operator Licence obligations, and company procedures.
Monitor transport performance and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
Support the continuous improvement of transport planning processes and fleet performance.