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Transport Planner

Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ 32,000 - 32,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Warrington

Expire in: 7 days

Job Description

We’re currently recruiting for a Transport Planner to join a growing and well-established logistics operation based in Birchwood.

 This is an excellent opportunity for somebody looking to join a busy, fast-moving transport team where you’ll play a key role in keeping deliveries running efficiently while working alongside an experienced and supportive leadership team.

 The business has continued to grow through strong customer relationships, service quality and operational reliability, making this a fantastic time to join the team.

 This role would suit somebody with previous experience within general haulage, pallet network, transport planning or logistics coordination who enjoys a reactive operational environment and thrives on problem solving.

 The Role 
Working within the transport operation, you’ll be responsible for coordinating deliveries and collections, planning vehicle movements and ensuring customer requirements are met in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible.

 You’ll work closely with drivers, customers and internal teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations while responding quickly to changing priorities and operational challenges.

 Key Responsibilities  
Planning and coordinating daily transport activity across the UK 
Allocating work to drivers and vehicles efficiently 
Route planning to maximise efficiency and minimise operational costs 
Scheduling deliveries and collections to meet customer expectations 
Monitoring live operations and responding to delays or issues proactively 
Managing driver hours and ensuring compliance with transport regulations 
Liaising with drivers, customers and warehouse teams throughout the day 
Updating transport management and tracking systems accurately 
Supporting overall fleet utilisation and service performance  About You 
We’re keen to speak with candidates who have previous experience within transport planning or logistics operations and are confident working within a fast-paced environment.

 You’ll ideally have:
  
Previous transport planning or haulage experience 
Strong geographical knowledge of UK roads and motorway networks 
Good understanding of driver hours and transport compliance 
Excellent communication and organisational skills 
Experience using transport management systems and tracking software 
Ability to multitask and make decisions under pressure 
A proactive and solutions-focused approach  What’s On Offer  
Salary circa £32k per annum 
Monday to Friday - 9.30am-6pm 
Holiday loyalty scheme 
Wellbeing support 
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity package 
Growing and stable business 
Supportive management team 
Busy and varied role with genuine responsibility 
Long-term career opportunities 
Friendly and professional working environment  If you’re looking for a transport role within a business that values reliability, teamwork and operational excellence, we’d love to hear from you

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