At a Glance
- Tasks: Create efficient transport plans and manage logistics for top UK brands.
- Company: Join Stobart, a leading name in transport and logistics with a winning culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, wellness programmes, and discounts on everyday purchases.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a real impact in the logistics industry.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and experience in transport planning required.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 32000 £ per year.
Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors. At Culina we have a winning culture; we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you’re valued, challenged, and inspired!
We are looking for a highly organised and detail‑oriented Transport Scheduler to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating efficient, compliant, and customer‑focused transport plans that maximise resource utilisation while meeting operational and legal requirements.
Key responsibilities of the Transport Scheduler:- Working hours: 4 on 4 off days, 06:00–18:00
- Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum.
- Work with Transport and Warehouse teams to create an efficient transport plan using the latest TMS.
- Assemble 400+ consolidated orders into loads every 24‑hour period.
- Subcontract and plan orders from multiple warehouse facilities and manufacturing sites across the UK.
- Plan daily workload of fleet vehicles based on site and outbases.
- Report problems and deal with issues and queries that may arise.
- Plan approximately 100 collections per day on a time‑critical basis.
- Maintain and exceed agreed KPI’s.
- Proactively look for continuous improvements.
- Make decisions under pressure and to a tight timescale.
- Have a flexible and adaptable approach to working in order to meet the requirements of the business, particularly during peak periods.
- Efficiently utilise the Culina Group network in support of Stobart when volumes dictate.
- Good geographical knowledge of the UK.
- Proficient in computer literacy including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
- Experience of planning units across multiple depots.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to succeed in a pressurised environment.
- Customer focus on delivery performance.
- Commercially and financially astute and driven to deliver exceptional results.
- Experience of using a TMS system.
- Experience in an FMCG environment.
- Strong analytical and Excel capability across standard formulas.
- Annual Leave: Holiday entitlement of 20 days inclusive of bank holidays.
- Pension: 5% employee and 3% employer contribution.
- Wellness: Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential telephone counselling and legal information service operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
- Eye Care Vouchers: Substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
- Reward & Recognition: Referral bonus, special recognition, and long‑service awards.
- Everyday discounts: Access to hundreds of retailer discounts for everyday savings.
If you meet the requirements for this role and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become a part of our Winning Team.
Transport Scheduler in Wakefield employer: Stobart
Stobart, part of the Culina Group, is an exceptional employer that fosters a winning culture where employees are valued, challenged, and inspired. As a Transport Scheduler, you will enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including wellness programmes and employee discounts. Located in the heart of the UK logistics sector, Stobart offers a dynamic workplace that prioritises efficiency and innovation, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
