Permanent Jobs in Low moor, west yorkshire, united kingdom

Job Title : Transport PlannerLocation : BradfordSalary : £28k - £32k per yearDepartment : Logistics / Transport / PlanningAbout the RoleOur client is looking for an organised and proactive Transport Planner to join their team and ensure the smooth, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of goods and services. You’ll play a key role in route planning, vehicle scheduling, compliance, and communication with internal teams and external partners.Key Responsibilities

• Plan and optimize daily / weekly transport schedules and routes based on demand, capacity, and cost-efficiency.
• Allocate vehicles and drivers according to availability, legal driving hours, and operational requirements.
• Monitor and track deliveries to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Liaise with drivers, warehouse teams, and customers to manage changes or delays.
• Maintain up-to-date records of transport activities, incidents, and compliance documents.
• Analyse transport data and KPIs to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
• Ensure all transport operations comply with relevant legislation, health and safety, and environmental standards
• Maintain up to date records in the transport management system ( Syrinx) and prepare jobs for invoicing
• Raise movement orders for plant machinery, ensuring movement orders are in place prior to delivery of the products that fall within STGO.Requirements
• Proven experience in transport / logistics planning or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of transport regulations, including drivers’ hours and vehicle compliance.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with transport planning software and MS Office.
• Effective communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to fast-paced environments.
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK
• Experience working in a fast paced and pressured environment
• Able to meet strict deadlinesDesirable
• Knowledge of route optimization tools (e.g., Paragon, SAP TM, Fleetmatics).
• CPC qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in working within FMCG, retail, or distribution sectors.Benefits :
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career development and training.
• Supportive team environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others, and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted.Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10's Privacy Policy as to how we hold your data