Central Planning Co-ordinator
Date Posted: 2026-09-07T16:43:49
Location: Boothstown, Greater Manchester, GB, M28 1
Employment Type: Full Time
Application Deadline: 2026-10-05T16:34:39.557
Salary Range: £27,000 - £32,000
We're looking for a Central Planning Co-ordinator to join our Planning & Support team at Whistl North. Working closely with the Planning Supervisor, Network Planning Manager, and Transport Planning team, you'll support the day-to‑day planning of collections and deliveries across our network while helping to ensure operational efficiency and excellent service levels. This is a varied role that combines transport planning support, reporting, administration, system management, and stakeholder communication, making it ideal for someone with experience in a transport or logistics environment who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational setting. If you have experience within transport or logistics and enjoy working with data, planning activities, and operational teams, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
- What you will be doing:
- Support the planning of collections and deliveries across the network's van fleet.
- Monitor volumes against available capacity and highlight any issues to the Planning team.
- Communicate effectively with drivers, depots, transport teams, and operational colleagues.
- Work closely with Customer Service and Commercial teams to fulfil customer collection requests.
- Maintain and update transport systems, ensuring data accuracy and overall system housekeeping.
- Produce performance reports and distribute information across the wider business.
- Identify opportunities for route improvements and support efficiency initiatives.
- Assist with shared mailbox management, administration, and wider planning activities.
Benefits
- 23 days' annual leave
- Company Pension
- Long service rewards: both financial and leave-based
- Health cash plan
- Life assurance scheme
- Critical Illness cover
- Access to our prestige benefits and rewards portal
- Career development opportunities
- Access to a well-established Employee Assistance Programme provider
- And other excellent benefits you'd expect from a market leader
Requirements
- Experience within a transport, logistics, planning, or distribution environment
- Good knowledge of UK geography and road networks
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work proactively and see tasks through to completion
- Experience using transport management or logistics planning systems
Additional Information
- Flexible approach to working hours to support operational requirements
- Occasional business travel, including overnight stays, may be required
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Central Planning Co-ordinator employer: Whistl Ltd
Whistl Ltd is an exceptional employer located in the picturesque town of Marlow, Buckinghamshire, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises collaboration and customer satisfaction. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that encourages professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in client-focused roles. With a commitment to excellence and a strong emphasis on teamwork, Whistl Ltd stands out as a great choice for individuals looking to make a real impact in their work.
