Transport Planner
Location: Cumbernauld, Scotland
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Contract: Permanent, full-time
About the role
You will play a key role in the launch of a brand-new Scottish depot for a global logistics organisation. As an experienced Transport Planner, you'll have a real opportunity to influence processes from the start, helping to shape how the depot operates while ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost-effective transport planning.
This is an excellent opportunity if you enjoy building something new, taking ownership, and working in a fast-paced transport environment.
What you'll be doing
Planning and scheduling transport operations to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries
Optimising routes and loads to maximise efficiency and minimise costs
Coordinating with drivers, warehouse teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth daily operations
Monitoring driver hours and ensuring compliance with transport legislation
Responding to operational issues and resolving problems quickly and effectively
Supporting the setup and development of transport processes in a new depot environment
What we're looking for
Proven experience as a Transport Planner (essential)
Strong knowledge of UK transport regulations and driver hours
Ability to plan efficiently in a high-volume, time-critical environment
Confident communicator with strong organisational skills
Comfortable working with transport planning systems and IT tools
Proactive, solutions-focused approach and ability to work independently
What's in it for you
Competitive salary of £27,000 - £30,000, based on your experience
Permanent position with long-term stability
Opportunity to be part of the first Scottish depot for a worldwide company
Chance to influence processes and grow with a newly established site
Supportive environment within a well-established global organisation
Location
The role is based at the company's new depot in Cumbernauld, offering a central location with good transport links.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age