Transport Planner

Transport Planner - Wakefield - £35,000 - £40,000

The Role

This Transport Planner opportunity is with a well-established distribution business based in Huddersfield, supporting a busy transport operation across a rotating shift pattern.

The business is looking for a proactive Transport Planner who can effectively plan and coordinate daily transport activity, maximise fleet utilisation and react quickly when operational priorities change. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment where strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills are essential.

Working closely with drivers, warehouse teams and the wider Logistics distribution and supply chain function, you'll play a key role in ensuring deliveries are planned efficiently while maintaining excellent levels of customer service.

Key responsibilities

Producing efficient daily transport plans to maximise vehicle and driver utilisation

Planning routes in line with customer requirements, delivery windows and operational capacity

Monitoring live transport activity and reacting to delays, changes and operational challenges

Communicating with drivers and providing support throughout their shifts

Working closely with warehouse and wider Logistics distribution and supply chain teams to ensure smooth operational flow

Ensuring plans remain compliant with drivers' hours, Working Time Directive and transport legislation

Monitoring transport KPIs and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce cost

Maintaining accurate information across Transport Management Systems and operational documentation

Supporting the wider transport team in delivering excellent customer service

Key experience

Previous experience as a Transport Planner, Transport Coordinator or similar within a busy transport operation

Strong understanding of route planning, fleet utilisation and transport operations

Experience within retail, 3PL, general haulage or distribution would be advantageous

Good understanding of drivers' hours, Working Time Directive and transport compliance

Comfortable working a rotating shift pattern

Experience within a Logistics distribution and supply chain environment

Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage changing priorities

Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS) or route planning software would be beneficial

This Transport Planner role in Wakefield offers a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 and would suit someone who enjoys the pace of a live transport operation and wants to develop their career within a growing distribution business