Job Description
Transport Planner
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Transport Planner to join a busy and fast-paced logistics operation. This role is ideal for a proactive and organised individual with strong planning expertise and container transport experience, who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering excellent customer service while maintaining the highest standards of operational efficiency and safety.
The successful candidate will play a key role in planning vehicle movements, maximising fleet utilisation, and supporting the smooth delivery of transport solutions across a wider UK network.
Key Responsibilities- Produce and manage daily transport plans in line with customer requirements and operational expectations.
- Maximise fleet utilisation to support operational efficiency and daily revenue targets.
- Liaise with customers to coordinate delivery schedules and negotiate optimal planning times where appropriate.
- Prepare and provide quotations for new transport requirements.
- Source and manage subcontractors when required, ensuring company standards and compliance expectations are clearly communicated and agreed.
- Negotiate competitive subcontractor rates and ensure cost-effective transport solutions.
- Attend daily planning review meetings to coordinate and approve operational plans for day and night operations.
- Ensure all transport plans are commercially efficient and operationally effective.
- Accurately update internal systems and utilise planning software to its full functionality.
- Maintain excellent customer service levels and build strong working relationships with clients.
- Collaborate with operational teams and depots across the UK to provide seamless transport solutions.
About You
- Proven experience within transport planning
- Strong understanding of Tachograph regulations, Working Time Directive, and driver's hours legislation.
- Excellent geographical knowledge and route planning ability.
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills within a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent IT and systems experience.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply today! Alternatively, for more information email .
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
