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Transport Planner

Job Description - Transport Planner

Transport Planner
Location:Portishead

The Role:
  • £35,000 per annum + Bonus Structure
  • Overtime opportunities available
  • Monday–Friday: 06:00–15:00
  • Full time & Permanent role
  • Free on-site parking (if applicable_

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement daily and weekly transport schedules based on customer demands, service levels, and fleet availability
  • Coordinate with drivers, warehouse teams, third-party hauliers, and customer service to ensure timely and compliant goods movement
  • Monitor live transport operations; proactively resolve disruptions or delays
  • Maintain and update your Transport Management System with accurate, timely data
  • Ensure all transport activity complies with EU transport legislation, including tachograph and driver-hour regulations
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives such as carbon reduction and digital transformation in logistics
  • Liaise professionally with customers to address transport-related issues or complaints
  • Stay informed about industry trends, fuel?prices, and regulatory changes impacting operations

The Right Candidate:
  • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in transport planning or logistics coordination
  • Strong knowledge of EU transport regulations and driver hours
  • Proficient in transport-planning software (e.g., SAP?TM) and Microsoft?Excel
  • Full, clean driving licence is beneficial
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
  • Flexibility to adapt to dynamic operational requirements

If you are interested in this role, please apply online or contact Pertemps Bristol Industrial branch and speak to Josh McQuaid
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