Transport Planner- Temp

Loom Talent; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Loom Talent is seeking a proactive Transport Planner in Huddersfield to coordinate daily transport activity within a busy operation. You will maximise fleet utilisation, plan routes to meet delivery windows, and respond quickly to shifting priorities.

The role requires strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills, with experience in a fast-paced logistics environment and knowledge of driver hours and compliance. Rotating shift pattern applies.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning within a busy operation.
• Strong knowledge of route planning and fleet utilisation.
• Familiar with Working Time Directive and transport compliance.
• Experience with TMS or route planning software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Produce efficient daily transport plans to maximise vehicle and driver utilisation.
• Plan routes in line with customer requirements, delivery windows and capacity.
• Monitor live transport activity and react to delays and changes.
• Communicate with drivers and provide support during shifts.
• Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure smooth flow.
• Ensure plans comply with drivers’ hours and transport legislation.
• Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities to reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate information across TMS and documents.
• Support the wider transport team in delivering customer service.

Skills

Route planning

Fleet utilisation

Communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Tools

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Route planning software

Job description

Transport Planner Open-ended Temporary Contract - Huddersfield - £30,000 - £35,000 (Rotating Shift Pattern)

This Transport Planner opportunity is with a well-established distribution business based in Huddersfield, supporting a busy transport operation across a rotating shift pattern.

The business is looking for a proactive Transport Planner who can effectively plan and coordinate daily transport activity, maximise fleet utilisation and react quickly when operational priorities change. You’ll be working in a fast-paced environment where strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills are essential.

Working closely with drivers, warehouse teams and the wider Logistics distribution and supply chain function, you’ll play a key role in ensuring deliveries are planned efficiently while maintaining excellent levels of customer service.

Key responsibilities

• Producing efficient daily transport plans to maximise vehicle and driver utilisation
• Planning routes in line with customer requirements, delivery windows and operational capacity
• Monitoring live transport activity and reacting to delays, changes and operational challenges
• Communicating with drivers and providing support throughout their shifts
• Working closely with warehouse and wider Logistics distribution and supply chain teams to ensure smooth operational flow
• Ensuring plans remain compliant with drivers’ hours, Working Time Directive and transport legislation
• Monitoring transport KPIs and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce cost
• Maintaining accurate information across Transport Management Systems and operational documentation
• Supporting the wider transport team in delivering excellent customer service

Key experience

• Previous experience as a Transport Planner, Transport Coordinator or similar within a busy transport operation
• Strong understanding of route planning, fleet utilisation and transport operations
• Experience within retail, 3PL, general haulage or distribution would be advantageous
• Good understanding of drivers’ hours, Working Time Directive and transport compliance
• Comfortable working a rotating shift pattern
• Experience within a Logistics distribution and supply chain environment
• Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage changing priorities
• Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS) or route planning software would be beneficial

This Transport Planner role in Huddersfield offers a salary of £30,000 - £35,000 and would suit someone who enjoys the pace of a live transport operation and wants to develop their career within a growing distribution business