Transport Planner at Permanent Recruitment Solutions
Welshpool, , United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 25

Salary

33000.0

Posted On

25 Jun, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Customer Service, Telephone Manner, Training, Microsoft Outlook, Excel

Industry

Logistics/Procurement

Description

We are currently undergoing recruitment for a Transport planner to join our client in the Welshpool area.

  • 05:00 – 15:00
  • Monday – Friday
  • £30,000 - £33,000 per annum

Main roles and responsibilities:

  • Plan and coordinate multi-drop delivery routes for a large fleet operating across TF, SY, and LD postcode areas.
  • Optimise driver schedules and vehicle usage to maximise operational efficiency.
  • Maintain regular and clear communication with Collection & Delivery (C&D) drivers throughout the working day.
  • Collaborate with the operations team to manage and schedule customer collections.
  • Prepare, scan, and manifest pallets for national distribution via pallet network systems.
  • Upload, process, and manage all customer paperwork, including customs documentation.
  • Handle customer service queries via phone and email in a timely and professional manner.
  • Coordinate with other depots and national distribution centres.
  • Support European and Irish shipments, including customs clearance procedures.
  • Quickly resolve any live delivery or collection issues to uphold service standards.
  • Ensure compliance with internal transport procedures and maintain high service quality.

Skills and requirements:

  • Experience in transport planning or a multi-drop logistics role (preferred).
  • Solid geographical knowledge of the TF, SY, and LD postcode regions.
  • Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Confident and professional telephone manner, with a strong focus on customer service.
  • Competent with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and internal systems (training provided).
  • Experience with pallet networks (advantageous but not required).
  • A proactive team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
  • Ambition to grow within a dynamic logistics company.

If you feel you may be able to make a success of this role, then please do not hesitate in your application by completing the below form and attaching your CV.
You can also speak with a member of our team for more information on the role, or If this position isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on 01938 501445.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In perso

Responsibilities
  • Plan and coordinate multi-drop delivery routes for a large fleet operating across TF, SY, and LD postcode areas.
  • Optimise driver schedules and vehicle usage to maximise operational efficiency.
  • Maintain regular and clear communication with Collection & Delivery (C&D) drivers throughout the working day.
  • Collaborate with the operations team to manage and schedule customer collections.
  • Prepare, scan, and manifest pallets for national distribution via pallet network systems.
  • Upload, process, and manage all customer paperwork, including customs documentation.
  • Handle customer service queries via phone and email in a timely and professional manner.
  • Coordinate with other depots and national distribution centres.
  • Support European and Irish shipments, including customs clearance procedures.
  • Quickly resolve any live delivery or collection issues to uphold service standards.
  • Ensure compliance with internal transport procedures and maintain high service quality
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