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.