Transport Planner
The role
We’re looking for a detail-oriented Transport Planner to join our Transport team. You’ll be at the heart of ensuring our fleet runs efficiently, cost-effectively, and in full compliance with safety and customer requirements. From route optimisation to cost control and driver liaison, you will help keep our operation moving.
Location: Foston, Derbyshire
Hours: Full-time, 50 hours per week
Key responsibilities
* Design and optimise transport routes using route planning software.
* Monitor real-time data to adapt and improve plans.
* Manage transport costs by improving efficiency and resource use.
* Ensure compliance with all transport regulations, safety standards, and ADR requirements.
* Analyse route performance and prepare performance and cost-saving reports.
* Collaborate with drivers, first line managers, and other teams to ensure smooth operations.
* Keep up to date with the latest transport technology and implement improvements.
What we’re looking for
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in route planning within a busy transport environment.
* Proficient in transport management systems (TMS) such as Sterling, ESP, or Qargo.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve logistical challenges.
* Confident communicator, able to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Proficient in MS Office.
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
Why join ATL?
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
* 30 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
* Health and wellbeing package
* Life assurance
* “Refer a Friend” bonus (£500)
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