Transport Planner

Transport Planner 

Immediate Start.

Monday to Friday 10am to 7pm (40 hours plus 30 minutes break unpaid daily).


As a Transport Planner, you will be responsible for planning and routing collection and delivery fleet, ensuring operations run smoothly, efficiently, and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and route daily collection and delivery work using the in-house transport management system (TMS)
  
  


• Ensure all service levels are met, including timed, premium and economy deliveries
  
  


• Manage vehicle and driver resources in line with daily volumes, using agency support where required
  
  


• Produce pick sheets, manifests and consignment notes to support warehouse and driver teams
  
  


• Balance cost, service, and legal compliance when building routes
  
  


• Look for opportunities to improve efficiency, such as bulk drops and direct runs
  
  


• Work closely with transport and warehouse teams to improve productivity
  
  


• Carry out other related tasks as required by management
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Experience using transport planning and routing software (essential)
  
  


• Good knowledge of the Birmingham postcode area
  
  


• Strong communication skills and the ability to work calmly under pressure
  
  


• A proactive, organised approach with good problem-solving skills
  
  


• Confident using Microsoft Outlook and Excel 

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