Transport Planner

Transport Planner – Trafford Park – Up to £34,000

A dynamic and fast-paced transport operation is seeking an organised and proactive Transport Planner to support daily logistics activities. This role is ideal for an individual who thrives in a time-critical environment and can effectively coordinate transport operations while maintaining high service standards.

Job type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £34,000

Working Pattern

• Monday to Friday: 09:00 – 17:30
• Required to work early and late shifts for annual leave cover:
  • Early Shift: 05:30 – 14:00
  • Late Shift: 12:00 – 20:30
• Occasional Saturday morning work, paid as overtime

Key Duties

• Coordinate and plan Irish export trailer movements, including Dublin and Belfast routes
• Manage multi-drop pallet network C&D vehicle planning to ensure service levels are achieved
• Ensure all scheduled customer collections are completed efficiently
• Adapt daily transport plans to meet operational and customer requirements
• Maintain clear communication with drivers and internal teams throughout the day
• Monitor delivery performance and manage any delays or disruptions
• Resolve operational issues quickly within a live transport environment

Candidate Profile

• Min 3 years experience as a Transport Planner for a UK based general haulage company
• Proven ability to coordinate workloads and communicate effectively with drivers and colleagues
• Competent IT skills, with the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours
• Comfortable working under pressure in a deadline-driven setting
• Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
• Practical and solution-focused mindset

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