Job Description: Transport Planner

Full-time, Permanent | North Yorkshire
Permanent
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Day shifts

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join a well-established and fast-paced transport operation in North Yorkshire. This is a key role supporting the Transport Manager in delivering cost-effective planning, high service levels, and strong operational performance across a busy fleet. The successful candidate will play a vital part in ensuring On Time In Full (OTIF) delivery performance, maintaining compliance with all transport legislation, and managing day-to-day traffic office activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and organised planner who thrives in a deadline-driven logistics environment.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Planning, routing and executing daily transport schedules to ensure deliveries are completed in full and on time
• Maximising fleet utilisation and minimising empty running
• Managing and updating the Transport Management System (TMS) accurately and efficiently
• Liaising with customers regarding bookings, collections, and delivery schedules
• Monitoring vehicle availability and coordinating with the maintenance team to minimise downtime
• Sourcing and managing approved subcontractors when required
• Ensuring all Proof of Deliveries (PODs) are available within 24 hours
• Managing all associated transport documentation and compliance records
• Overseeing the traffic office function, ensuring all jobs are actioned in line with customer SLAs
• Supporting cross-dock operations and label generation where required
• Investigating and responding to delivery non-conformances within agreed timeframes
• Coaching and supporting drivers to maintain service and compliance standards
• Ensuring compliance with Working Time Directive and Tachograph legislation
• Maintaining high standards of health & safety and accident reporting procedures
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties as required by management

Skills, Experience & Requirements

• Previous experience in a Transport Planner or Traffic Planner role
• Strong understanding of UK transport legislation, including Tachograph and Working Time Directive regulations
• Experience working with a Transport Management System (TMS)
• Proven ability to plan cost-effective and time-efficient routes
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise under pressure
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confident using Microsoft Office and general IT systems
• Ability to manage relationships with customers, suppliers, and drivers professionally
• Right to work in the UK

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and proactive
• Service-focused with strong attention to detail
• Resilient and able to maintain performance under pressure
• Team-oriented with strong leadership and coaching ability
• Committed to high safety and compliance standards

Additional Information

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: On-site
Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in transport planning (preferred)

Benefits include a comprehensive package such as:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Holiday entitlement
• Life assurance
• Healthcare options

If you are an experienced Transport Planner looking to join a growing and dynamic transport operation, we would love to hear from you.