Transport Planner

Transport Planner

Salary: £32,000 per annum
Hours: 45 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 10:00am – 7:30pm
Job Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Transport Planner to join their busy transport operation in Telford.

This is a key position within the traffic office, responsible for planning and coordinating deliveries, liaising with drivers and customers, and ensuring transport operations run efficiently and cost-effectively.

The successful candidate will be organised, proactive and confident working in a fast-paced transport environment, with the ability to manage competing priorities and resolve operational issues quickly.

Key Responsibilities

* Plan and coordinate vehicle movements and deliveries in line with customer requirements.

* Liaise with drivers, customers, depots and internal teams regarding schedules and operational updates.

* Identify and resolve transport and delivery issues proactively.

* Respond to customer enquiries by telephone and email.

* Maintain accurate transport records and complete relevant administration.

* Support the accounts and invoicing team with delivery-related queries.

* Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).

* Ensure transport planning activities comply with company procedures, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.

* Support fleet compliance planning, including vehicle inspection schedules.

* Assist with other reasonable duties and ad hoc tasks as required.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

* Previous experience within a transport, logistics or traffic planning environment.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.

* Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

* A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

* The ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy operational environment.

* Knowledge or experience of transport planning systems would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established transport operation in Telford, offering a competitive salary and a Monday to Friday working pattern.

If you have previous experience in traffic planning, transport planning, logistics or a similar role and are looking for your next opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for consideration