Transport Planner – General Haulage Location: Horsforth, Leeds Salary: Up to £32K - £36K Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Schedule: Monday–Friday | Alternate shifts, Days The Role We are recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner (General Haulage) to join a leading general haulage company in Leeds to coordinate their daily fleet operations. This role supports a national distribution network covering warehousing, storage, and 3PL logistics. You’ll be responsible for planning routes, allocating vehicles and drivers, and ensuring deliveries run efficiently, safely, and on time. This is a key position within a growing operation, offering stability and long-term development. Key Responsibilities: * Plan and manage daily transport operations for a fleet of 40 HGV vehicles * Route planning and vehicle scheduling to maximise efficiency and service levels * Allocate drivers and vehicles based on load requirements and availability * Use TMS (Transport Management Systems) and GPS tracking to monitor vehicle movements * Create and issue driver manifests, delivery schedules and transport documentation * Track deliveries and provide progress updates to internal teams and customers * Liaise with drivers, warehouse teams, customer service, hauliers and 3PL partners * Conduct driver briefs and debriefs * Input and maintain accurate transport data and operational records * Identify performance tre...