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Transport Planner
Job Posted: 18 hours ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 34,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Welwyn Garden City
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Ready to play a key role in keeping a leading food distribution network moving?
We are partnering with a fast-growing UK food brand in their search for a Transport Planner to join their expanding logistics team.
The Business:
Part of a well-established food manufacturing and distribution business in the UK
Supplies high-quality food products to customers nationwide
Focused on operational excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction
A supportive environment that encourages initiative, efficiency, and teamwork
The Role:
We’re looking for a proactive Transport Planner to take ownership of planning and coordinating the fleet, ensuring smooth, efficient, and reliable deliveries across the network.
Here’s how you’ll make an impact:
Plan and schedule daily deliveries using route optimization tools
Liaise with drivers and customer service teams to ensure delivery performance
De-brief drivers and review delivery reports regularly
Prepare and maintain key operational reports – COD, failed deliveries, temperature, KPI’s, and other spreadsheets
Maximize route efficiency and minimize failed deliveries through effective planning
Manage delivery and collection bookings for internal and third-party fleets
Coordinate with 3rd party hauliers where required
Ensure credit stop lists are cleared and daily reporting completed
Escalate and resolve any service or fleet issues promptly
About You:
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Experienced in transport planning, ideally with PTV Route Optimizer
Confident using SAP and Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of multi-temperature delivery vehicles and compliance requirements
Excellent geographical knowledge and ability to plan routes cost-effectively
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Collaborative team player with clear communication and attention to detail
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work with a respected name in food distribution
Be part of a committed logistics team supporting nationwide operations
A stable, inclusive, and supportive work culture where efficiency and teamwork are valued
If this sounds like the right move for your career, we’d love to speak to you!
Call: Ciara on (phone number removed)
Email: (url removed)
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