UK Transport Planner

Saint Mellons (CF3)

Permanent

We are currently working in partnership with a forward-thinking logistics organisation who are looking to appoint a Transport Planner to support their national transport operations.

This is a key role within the business, responsible for planning and coordinating fleet activity, ensuring efficient use of resources, and delivering a high level of service across a fast-paced and evolving transport network.

Benefits:

• Salary of £27,500
• 22 days holiday + + 8 bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Opportunity to join a growing business with exciting future plans
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing development opportunities
• Free onsite parking

Role Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate daily transport operations, ensuring effective allocation of vehicles, routes, and loads
• Optimise fleet utilisation to maximise efficiency, reduce empty running, and improve overall performance
• Monitor transport activity and adjust plans where required to respond to operational changes or delays
• Work closely with transport management to ensure planning aligns with vehicle availability and operational requirements
• Use data and system insights to improve planning accuracy, performance, and service delivery
• Identify opportunities to improve route efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance operational performance
• Maintain regular communication with customers, providing updates, managing expectations, and resolving any issues
• Ensure all deliveries are scheduled in line with customer requirements and service level agreements
• Support the development and improvement of planning systems and processes
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth coordination across transport, operations, and customer service functions
• Lead by example within the planning function, promoting accountability and high performance
• Support and mentor junior team members where required
• Ensure all planning activities comply with transport regulations, including driver hours and safety standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on efficiency, service, and operational performance

Essential Skills & Experience:

• MUST have previous experience within a transport planning or logistics coordination role
• Strong understanding of route planning, fleet utilisation, and transport operations
• Experience working within a logistics, distribution, or fleet-based environment
• Good understanding of transport compliance and regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both internally and with customers
• Experience using transport or planning systems (TMS experience advantageous)
• Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement

If you are interested and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV. As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, THOMAS Professional commit to reviewing applications we receive with complete fairness and equality.

At THOMAS Professional, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to accommodate your needs.

THOMAS Professional is acting as an agency on behalf of the client for this position.

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