£35000 per annum
Transport Planner
Location: Portishead
The Role:
- £35,000 per annum Bonus Structure
- Overtime opportunities available
- Monday–Friday: 06:00–15:00
- Full time & Permanent role
- Free on‑site parking (if applicable_
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement daily and weekly transport schedules based on customer demands, service levels, and fleet availability
- Coordinate with drivers, warehouse teams, third‑party hauliers, and customer service to ensure timely and compliant goods movement
- Monitor live transport operations; proactively resolve disruptions or delays
- Maintain and update your Transport Management System with accurate, timely data
- Ensure all transport activity complies with EU transport legislation, including tachograph and driver‑hour regulations
- Support continuous improvement initiatives such as carbon reduction and digital transformation in logistics
- Liaise professionally with customers to address transport‑related issues or complaints
- Stay informed about industry trends, fuel prices, and regulatory changes impacting operations
The Right Candidate:
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in transport planning or logistics coordination
- Strong knowledge of EU transport regulations and driver hours
- Proficient in transport‑planning software (e.g., SAP TM) and Microsoft Excel
- Full, clean driving licence is beneficial
- Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making ability
- Flexibility to adapt to dynamic operational requirements
If you are interested in this role, please apply online or contact Pertemps Bristol Industrial branch and speak to Josh McQuaid
£35,000