Job Title: Transport Planner
Location: Elvington
Salary:
Hours: 40 + overtime
Overview
YWD Transport is looking for an experienced and detail-driven Transport Planner to join our team. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, particularly within the pallet network and general haulage sectors. The ideal candidate will be confident communicating with both drivers and customers, keeping operations running smoothly, and adapting quickly to daily changes.
Key Duties
* Plan and manage daily transport operations across the pallet network and general haulage.
* Coordinate deliveries, collections, and route planning while adjusting to fast-paced changes.
* Maintain and update spreadsheets, transport records, and other key documents accurately.
* Communicate clearly with drivers to ensure instructions are understood and carried out.
* Provide excellent customer service, handling queries and resolving issues quickly.
* Monitor transport performance and identify areas for improvement.
* Collaborate with colleagues across departments to support smooth supply chain operations.
Experience & Skills
* Proven experience in transport planning, ideally within pallet networks and general haulage.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to adapt to a fast-moving environment.
* Confident communicator with both drivers and customers.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and good general IT skills.
* Excellent written and verbal English skills.
* Strong team player with proven leadership abilities.
* A valid driving licence is essential.
Why Join YWD Transport?
We are a growing company where every day is different. If you enjoy problem-solving, thrive in a busy environment, and want to make a genuine impact on operations, this is the role for you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person