Transport Planner – Permanent Role near Spalding 🚛
Are you an organised problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Our client, based close to Spalding, is looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join their small but dynamic team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring deliveries are planned, booked, and completed on time — keeping things running smoothly for customers across the UK.
📅 Hours & Shift Pattern
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5 days out of 7 (to include one weekend day)
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Monday – Thursday: 9am – 7pm
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Sunday: 10am – 8pm
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Flexibility is essential
💷 What’s in it for you?
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Attractive salary package (negotiable depending on experience)
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A permanent role with career stability
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Friendly, supportive office environment where your input really matters
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Varied workload with plenty of responsibility
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The chance to grow your skills in logistics and transport planning
🔑 Key Responsibilities
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Planning routes and booking transport for various loads
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Ensuring deliveries are collected and arrive on time in line with customer expectations
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Analysing carrier invoices and checking delivery paperwork
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Liaising with drivers, carriers, and internal colleagues
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Managing queries and problem-solving in real time
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Maintaining accurate records using the company database
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Supporting the Carrier Manager with additional transport activity as required
✅ What we’re looking for
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Previous experience in transport planning / transport admin preferred
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Knowledge of logistics and scheduling desirable
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Strong organisational skills with great attention to detail
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Confident communicator – both by phone and email
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Able to prioritise, multi-task, and work under pressure
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IT literate – strong Outlook and Excel skills are essential
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A proactive, team-focused approach
If you’re ready to bring your planning skills and logistics knowledge to a growing, fast-moving operation, we want to hear from you!
📩 Apply today and take the next step in your transport planning career