Transport Planner

H Parkinson Haulage is currently seeking a highly skilled Transport Planner to join our dynamic work-from-home team. As a Transport Planner, you will play a key role in our company's logistics operations, responsible for planning and coordinating the transportation of goods using our vehicles. Your primary objective will be to optimise routes, manage schedules, and ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries, while also overseeing the maintenance of our transport and fleet management systems. This is a challenging and rewarding position that offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing and innovative logistics company.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop efficient transportation plans for contracted routes.
- Coordinate delivery schedules and manage driver assignments.
- Log issues and schedule repairs for the fleet
- Stay updated with transportation regulations and ensure compliance.
- Communicate with customers to understand their transportation requirements.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify areas for improvement.
- Identify opportunities to optimise transportation processes.
- Maintain accurate records of transportation activities and generate reports

**Requirements**:

- There are no requirements as we are happy to train you on the job.

**Benefits**:

- 20 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth

**Salary**: £19,000.00-£20,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Leyland: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 012