Transport Planner

2 days ago

Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Advocate Group Full time

Ready to play a key role in keeping a leading food distribution network moving?

We are partnering with a
fast-growing UK food brand
in their search for a
Transport Planner
to join their expanding logistics team.

The Business:

  • Part of a
    well-established food manufacturing and distribution business
    in the UK
  • Supplies high-quality food products to customers nationwide
  • Focused on operational excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction
  • A supportive environment that encourages initiative, efficiency, and teamwork

The Role:

We're looking for a proactive
Transport Planner
to take ownership of planning and coordinating the fleet, ensuring smooth, efficient, and reliable deliveries across the network.

Here's how you'll make an impact:

  • Plan and schedule daily deliveries using
    route optimization tools
  • Liaise with
    drivers
    and
    customer service teams
    to ensure delivery performance
  • De-brief drivers and review delivery reports regularly
  • Prepare and maintain key operational reports – COD, failed deliveries, temperature, KPI's, and other spreadsheets
  • Maximize route efficiency and minimize failed deliveries through effective planning
  • Manage delivery and collection bookings for internal and third-party fleets
  • Coordinate with
    3rd party hauliers
    where required
  • Ensure credit stop lists are cleared and daily reporting completed
  • Escalate and resolve any service or fleet issues promptly

About You:

  • Educated to
    GCSE level or equivalent
  • Experienced in
    transport planning
    , ideally with
    PTV Route Optimizer
  • Confident using
    SAP
    and
    Microsoft Excel
  • Knowledge of
    multi-temperature delivery vehicles
    and compliance requirements
  • Excellent
    geographical knowledge
    and ability to plan routes cost-effectively
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
  • Collaborative team player with clear communication and attention to detail

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to work with a respected name in food distribution
  • Be part of a committed logistics team supporting nationwide operations
  • A stable, inclusive, and supportive work culture where efficiency and teamwork are valued

If this sounds like the right move for your career, we'd love to speak to you


Call:
Ciara on


Email:
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We are an
equal opportunities employer
and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website.

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