Transport Planner

Transport Administrator / Planner

Location: Birmingham 
Salary: £33,000 – £35,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm

We are seeking a motivated Transport Administrator / Planner to join a busy and fast-paced logistics operation. This role combines planning and administrative responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their skills within transport.

• Transport Planning: Create efficient schedules and routing plans to ensure timely deliveries.

• Compliance Administration: Maintain accurate records of driver hours, vehicle checks, and legal documentation in line with regulations.

• Customer & Supplier Communication: Handle queries and updates via email and telephone, ensuring clear and professional communication.

• Task & Data Management: Update transport systems, input data accurately, and keep logs up to date.

• Problem Solving: Resolve day-to-day issues relating to transport operations, escalating where required.

• Document Control: Ensure all paperwork, PODs, and records are completed and filed correctly.

• Team Support: Assist planners and managers with both operational and administrative tasks.

• Policy Adherence: Follow company procedures and compliance requirements at all times.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build good working relationships.

• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.

• High attention to detail and accuracy in administration tasks.

• Reliable, trustworthy, and capable of handling confidential information.

• Flexible and proactive in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience in transport planning or transport administration (preferred but not essential).

• Knowledge of transport compliance, working time regulations, and UK geography (advantageous).

• Career Development: Opportunities to progress in transport planning and compliance.

• Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative and positive environment.

• Variety: A role that combines administration and planning responsibilities.