Experienced Transport Planner in Dudley

Posted by Jobsworth Recruitment Solutions LTD

£38,000 – £42,000 a year

Dudley · Permanent

Transport Planner – Haulage

Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum
Hours: 50 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday + 1 Saturday in every 4 weeks
On-Call: 1 week on a rota
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join a busy haulage operation. Please only apply if you a Planner who manages routes.

You must have at least 2 years' experience working as a Transport Planner within the haulage industry.

This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for someone who already understands transport planning, driver allocation and the day-to-day demands of a busy haulage operation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate daily deliveries and collections.
  • Allocate drivers, vehicles and loads efficiently.
  • Plan routes and maximise fleet utilisation.
  • Monitor transport operations and resolve delays or issues.
  • Communicate with drivers, customers and warehouse teams.
  • Ensure compliance with drivers' hours, tachographs and transport legislation.
  • Maintain accurate records and update transport management systems.

Essential Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years' experience as a Transport Planner within the haulage industry.
  • Proven experience planning and coordinating daily transport operations.
  • Good knowledge of UK roads and geography.
  • Understanding of drivers' hours, tachographs and transport regulations.
  • Experience allocating drivers, vehicles and loads.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities.
  • Experience using TMS and Microsoft Office.

Please note: Previous experience as a Transport Planner within a haulage company is essential. Applications without this experience will not be considered.

What's on Offer?

  • Salary up to £42,000 per annum.
  • Full-time, permanent position.
  • Established and busy transport operation.
  • Opportunity for career development and progression.

How to Apply

If you have at least 2 years' haulage planning experience and are ready for your next challenge, we'd like to hear from you.

Please send your CV to apply or contact us for further information.

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