Transport Planner

Transport Planner

Goole / East Yorkshire

£35,000 - £42,000 DOE

Full-time, Permanent

Logistics / Transport / Distribution

Are you an experienced Transport Planner looking for a varied role with long-term career prospects?

I'm currently supporting a confidential logistics business in the Goole area with the appointment of a strong, versatile Transport Planner. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established operation where you'll play a key role at the heart of a busy transport function.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, live transport environment
, balancing customer expectations, driver communication, operational efficiency, and commercial decision-making.

As Transport Planner, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating daily transport activity to ensure resources are used effectively while maintaining high service levels.

• Planning daily transport routes and vehicle movements
• Allocating work to drivers and maximise fleet efficiency
• Liaising with customers, drivers, and internal teams
• Reacting quickly to delays, breakdowns, or operational changes
• Managing customer expectations with clear communication
• Supporting cost-effective planning and operational efficiency
• Ensuring compliance, service standards, and delivery requirements are met
• Building strong working relationships across the transport operation

We are looking for someone who is more than just a planner
- commercially aware, customer-focused, and confident making decisions in a dynamic environment
.

• Previous experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or fleet planning
• Strong communication skills with a confident telephone manner
• Good geographical knowledge and route planning ability
• The ability to prioritise, problem-solve, and remain calm under pressure
• A strong customer-focused approach with attention to service levels
• Commercial awareness around cost, efficiency, and resource planning
• A flexible, hands-on approach and ability to adapt quickly
• Experience using transport planning systems (desirable)

• Salary of £35,000 - £42,000 DOE
• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Excellent long-term career prospects
• Busy, varied role with real ownership
• Opportunity to join a respected logistics business
• Strong level of responsibility and autonomy
• Ideal for someone who enjoys pace, problem-solving, and ownership
• Confidential opportunity with further details available

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Transport Planner looking to join a professional and growing operation where their skills, commercial awareness, and customer focus will be truly valued.

For more information, please apply or contact Naomi Coates at Winsearch
.

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