Senior Transport Planner

Job Opportunity

Location: Trafford Park, Manchester
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5pm, On-Site)

Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Route Planner / Senior Transport Planner to join a dynamic and expanding supplies company at Trafford Park, Manchester. As a key member of our team, you will play an integral part in the success of the business. We are looking for a self‑motivated, adaptable individual who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate is a natural communicator with a positive, proactive attitude, eager to contribute to the growth of the company and be part of our winning team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate transport activities across two depots, ensuring smooth operations.
• Book and schedule drivers efficiently.
• Monitor incoming emails and work orders, taking appropriate action.
• Process new jobs and work orders, liaising closely with engineers and drivers.
• Keep customers informed of any service delays or failed services.
• Act as a communication link between customers and drivers, ensuring timely updates.
• Allocate jobs to drivers, providing clear instructions and monitoring requests.
• Manage and adapt daily schedules to account for transport issues and changes.
• Use tablets and tracking systems to allocate and track delivery routes.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to monitor vehicle performance and delivery efficiency.

Requirements

• Experience in transport route planning is ideal.
• Excellent geographical knowledge.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well‑organized with excellent administrative skills.
• Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office and Outlook.

What\’s On Offer

• Competitive salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year.
• Convenient Trafford Park location.
• Opportunities for career development and professional training.
• On‑site gym with Personal Training (PT) sessions available.
• Regular social events and employee incentives.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Full‑Time / Permanent position.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunities for everyone. We embrace diversity and believe that a balanced, inclusive workforce is crucial to our business. Discrimination, harassment, or bullying towards candidates or employees will not be tolerated.

Application Note

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not received a response within five days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.