Transport Planner

Posted 3 hours 45 minutes ago by Reed

£36,590 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Middlesex, Sunbury-on-thames, United Kingdom, TW165
Job Description

Hours: Monday-Friday, 10am-7pmContract: Full-time

We're looking for an experienced Transport Planner to create efficient, compliant, and cost-effective delivery routes across a nationwide network. You'll work closely with Operational and Transport Teams to maximise fleet utilisation, improve performance, and ensure exceptional service.

What you'll do

  • Plan and optimise daily local and national delivery routes
  • Schedule loads to meet on-time collection and delivery targets
  • Manage overflow deliveries through pallet networks
  • Ensure routes comply with drivers' hours, WTD, and vehicle weight regulations
  • Review route performance and identify improvements
  • Co-ordinate own fleet and subcontractors to achieve cost-effective solutions
  • Build strong relationships with partner hauliers
  • Communicate effectively across teams to meet operational requirements
  • Use TMS systems and follow internal processes

What you'll bring

  • Strong transport operations knowledge
  • Experience planning routes for vehicles from vans to 44t HGVs
  • Skilled in transport management and optimisation systems
  • Excellent planning, organisation, and problem-solving abilities
  • Great communication and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly
  • Strong geographical understanding and knowledge of drivers' hours
  • Competent IT skills (Excel, Word etc.)
  • CPC qualification is an advantage

If this is a role you are interested in and you would like further details, please do either apply online or contact our Staines office