Transport Planner

Transport Planner (PM)

Location: Crawley
Salary: £37,000 per annum

Join One of the UK's Largest Distribution Operations

We are recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner to join a busy and well-established transport operation in Crawley. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of one of the UK's largest distribution networks, playing a key role in planning the movement of 450-500 pallets every day.

The Role

As the PM Transport Planner, you will take ownership of the main planning function. You'll produce the primary transport plan for the day's deliveries, with the day planner making any final operational adjustments as required.

This position requires someone who is confident making decisions independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise routes for 450-500 pallets per day
• Schedule and allocate a fleet of 30 vehicles, including rigid and articulated vehicles
• Coordinate trunking movements and ensure efficient vehicle utilisation
• Plan deliveries across key local postcodes
• Monitor transport performance and respond to operational challenges
• Communicate effectively with drivers, warehouse teams and the wider transport department
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and company procedures

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience in transport planning within a fast-paced distribution or logistics environment
• Strong geographical knowledge of the South East
• Experience planning multi-drop or pallet network deliveries
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• The confidence to work independently and make decisions during lone-working periods
• A proactive approach with strong communication skills

What's on Offer?

• £37,000 salary
• Predominantly Monday to Friday working
• Bank holidays and Christmas off
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Rewards & Recognition programme
• High Street discounts
• The opportunity to join a large, successful and growing logistics operation

If you're an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next challenge in a busy, fast-moving operation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.

WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy