Transport Planner

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Transport Planner

Location: Selby area

Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 DOE

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

We are looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join a growing transport business within a commutable distance of Selby.

This is a busy, hands on planning role where you will be responsible for coordinating daily transport activity, planning routes, liaising with drivers and customers, and making sure the operation runs smoothly.

The business is going through an exciting period of growth and is investing heavily in its fleet, with a clear commercial plan for the future. For the right person, this role offers genuine long term career development and the chance to build a career within a strong transport operation.

This role would suit someone who is organised, customer focused and confident working in a fast paced transport office.

The Role

As Transport Planner, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating daily transport activity, making sure drivers, vehicles and loads are managed efficiently.

You will be working closely with drivers, customers, suppliers and internal teams, so strong communication and customer service skills are essential. xwwtmva

This is a role for someone who can think on their feet, manage changing priorities and deal with transport issues quickly and professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily transport routes, journeys and loads
• Schedule vehicles and drivers efficiently across the operation
• Liaise with drivers throughout the day and provide operational support
• Brief and debrief drivers where required
• Communicate with customers and provide clear updates
• Resolve delivery, planning and operational issues quickly and professionally
• Manage changing priorities in a busy transport environment
• Make sure transport resources are used effectively
• Support compliance across driver hours, working time and vehicle requirements
• Work closely with drivers, customers, suppliers and internal teams
• Maintain accurate information across internal systems and Excel spreadsheets
• Support vehicle and trailer availability for service and inspection requirements
• Build strong working relationships with customers and key contacts
• Provide a high level of
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