Transport Planner

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Burnley
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£41,000 / year
CATEGORY
Transportation & Logistics
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SKILLS

Transport Planning Logistics Coordination Driver Management Route Optimization Compliance (Drivers' Hours/Tachograph) Microsoft Office 365 Problem-solving Communication

FULL DESCRIPTION

Transport Planner

Reference: DW-TP-01
Salary: £40,000 to £41,000 Per Annum + Excellent Benefits
Location: Lancashire (Burnley)
Contract Type: Permanent

Job Description

Our client is a leading FMCG Distributor and we are delighted to assist them in their search for an experienced Transport planning professional. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will be part of a transport office team of three, working alongside a Transport Administrator and Assistant Transport Manager to coordinate and supervise the day-to-day transport operation.

Key Accountabilities

  • Plan and manage daily multi-drop delivery schedules
  • Route vehicles efficiently to maximise fleet and driver utilisation
  • Allocate and manage driver/vehicle resources effectively
  • Monitor live delivery routes using tracking systems
  • Manage day-to-day driver, route, and customer queries
  • Resolve delivery issues quickly and professionally
  • Ensure compliance with drivers’ hours regulations and digital tachograph requirements
  • Maintain legal transport compliance across the operation
  • Manage vehicle defect reporting and escalate maintenance issues
  • Conduct driver debriefs and performance reviews
  • Investigate accidents, incidents, disciplinary, and conduct matters where required
  • Carry out return-to-work interviews and sickness reviews
  • Monitor driver and route performance, identifying areas for improvement
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards
  • Support the Transport Manager with wider operational and team management duties

The Ideal Person

  • Previous experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or transport supervision
  • Strong understanding of drivers’ hours, tachograph, and transport compliance legislation
  • Proven ability to manage drivers and operational issues in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent geographical knowledge of the UK
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities
  • Good IT skills including Microsoft Office 365
  • Experience using transport/logistics systems such as Microlise, Cameramatics, Transend Routing Software, Tachomaster, CheckedSafe, and Sage HR advantageous
  • Positive, proactive, and team-focused attitude
  • Full UK driving licence essential
  • Class 2 licence advantageous but not essential

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