Transport Planner

Strive are a UK wide Supply Chain & Logistics management recruiter. Please visit strive . co . uk for additional roles across engineering, production, warehouse & transport operations. Transport Planner Upto £40.7k + Excellent Benefits Lancashire Our client is a leading FMCG Distributor and we are delighted to assist them in their search for an experienced Transport planning professional as they look to recruit a Transport Planner at their site in Burnley on a Sunday to Thursday basis (10am – 7pm). Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will be part of a transport office team of three, working alongside a Transport Administrator and Assistant Transport Manager to coordinate and supervise the day-to-day transport operation. Together, you will ensure routes are planned efficiently, drivers are effectively managed, and all legal and compliance standards are maintained. You will be a key point of contact for drivers, customers, and internal departments, helping ensure a smooth and efficient delivery operation. Key Accountabilities as Transport Planner: * Plan and manage daily multi-drop delivery schedules * Route vehicles efficiently to maximise fleet and driver utilisation * Allocate and manage driver/vehicle resources effectively * Monitor live delivery routes using tracking systems * Manage day-to-day driver, route, and customer queries * Resolve delivery issues quickly and professionally * Ensure compliance with drivers’ hours regulations and digital tachograph requirements * Maintain legal transport compliance across the operation * Manage vehicle defect reporting and escalate maintenance issues * Conduct driver debriefs and performance reviews * Investigate accidents, incidents, disciplinary, and conduct matters where required * Carry out return-to-work interviews and sickness reviews * Monitor driver and route performance, identifying areas for improvement * Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards * Support the Transport Manager with wider operational and team management duties The Ideal Person for the Transport Planner role: * Previous experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or transport supervision * Strong understanding of drivers’ hours, tachograph, and transport compliance legislation * Proven ability to manage drivers and operational issues in a fast-paced environment * Excellent geographical knowledge of the UK * Strong organisational and problem-solving skills * Excellent communication and leadership abilities * Good IT skills including Microsoft Office 365 * Experience using transport/logistics systems such as Microlise, Cameramatics, Transend Routing Software, Tachomaster, CheckedSafe, and Sage HR advantageous * Positive, proactive, and team-focused attitude * Full UK driving licence essential * Class 2 licence advantageous but not essential This is a fantastic opportunity – we look forward to your application. Strive Supply Chain Limited [& associated businesses] acts as an employment agency on behalf of external employers for the provision of permanent staff. By applying for this vacancy, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at strive. co. uk