£37,000 Per Annum
Full Time
Permanent
Crewe, Cheshire
Administration
Posted 8 hours ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an organised and proactive Transport Planner to join a busy logistics operation in the Crewe area. You will be responsible for planning efficient daily routes, allocating drivers and vehicles, and ensuring deliveries are completed safely, compliantly, and on time.
Shift Pattern and Hours
- 12-hour day shifts
- 4 on / 4 off rotating shift pattern
- Plan and optimise daily routes to maximise efficiency and profitability
- Allocate drivers and vehicles in line with drivers’ hours and operational requirements
- Communicate effectively with customers to maintain service levels and relationships
- Monitor KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist with driver debriefs, tachograph downloads, and driver investigations
- Ensure compliance with EU transport legislation and the Working Time Directive (WTD)
- Escalate operational issues and support solution planning
- Support senior planners with resourcing, rotas, holidays, and absence management
- Liaise with management and subcontractors to ensure effective use of resources
- Promote company standards, brand values, and a positive health and safety culture
Skills and Experience required for this Transport Planner role:
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation abilities
- High attention to detail, particularly with numerical data
- Confident problem-solving skills
- Strong Excel skills and ability to use multiple IT systems
- Previous experience in transport planning, logistics, or a similar role
- Experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment (desirable)
- National CPC qualification (desirable)
Details of this Transport Planner role:
- Full-time, permanent position
- Salary up to £37,000 per annum
- Benefits include cycle to work scheme, free parking, wellbeing support, life insurance, and employee discounts
- Location: Crewe
- Temp to perm role for the right candidate
Stephanie Howle262
stephanie.howle@pertemps.co.uk
01270 906220
Division 262
Pertemps Crewe
Quantum House
290 Leek Road
Stoke on Trent
Staffordshire
ST4 2BX
01270 906220
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