Transport Planner: Route Optimisation (Huddersfield)

10 Recruitment Ltd; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a Transport Planner based in Huddersfield. This role involves planning and coordinating delivery schedules, optimising routes using computerised systems, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will possess logistics or planning experience, strong IT skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position includes a competitive salary and benefits such as pension and training opportunities.

Benefits

Pension

Life Insurance

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Cycle to Work

BP Fuel Card

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or transport planning is essential.
• Ability to work variable shifts, including weekends.
• Must live within commutable distance from Huddersfield.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate delivery schedules efficiently.
• Use computerised planning systems to optimise routes.
• Provide excellent customer service and manage tasks effectively.
• Handle challenges in a fast-moving environment.

Skills

Logistics/planning experience

Strong attention to detail

Organisational skills

Confident IT skills (Outlook & Excel)

Team player

Strong communication skills

Education

GCSEs (or equivalent) Grade C+ in Maths & English

Job description

A logistics company is seeking a Transport Planner based in Huddersfield. This role involves planning and coordinating delivery schedules, optimising routes using computerised systems, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will possess logistics or planning experience, strong IT skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position includes a competitive salary and benefits such as pension and training opportunities.