Transport Planner

Transport Planner - Logistics & Distribution

Location:

Yeadon, Leeds

Salary:
Up to £36,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, Day Shift (Office Hours)

A leading logistics, transport and distribution company in Leeds is looking for an experienced Transport Planner to coordinate daily fleet operations. This role supports a national distribution network covering warehousing, storage, 3PL contract logistics.

You’ll be responsible for planning routes, allocating vehicles and drivers, and ensuring deliveries run efficiently, safely, and on time. This is a key position within a growing operation, offering stability and long-term development.

• Plan and manage daily transport operations for a fleet of 40 HGV vehicles
• Route planning and vehicle scheduling to maximise efficiency and service levels
• Allocate drivers and vehicles based on load requirements and availability
• Use TMS (Transport Management Systems) and GPS tracking to monitor vehicle movements
• Create and issue driver manifests, delivery schedules and transport documentation
• Track deliveries and provide progress updates to internal teams and customers
• Liaise with drivers, warehouse teams, customer service, hauliers and 3PL partners
• Conduct driver briefs and debriefs
• Input and maintain accurate transport data and operational records
• Identify performance trends and opportunities for continuous improvement

Essential:

• 2-3 years' experience in a Transport Planner or Transport Coordinator role
• Experience planning routes for HGV / LGV fleets
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills
• Confident working in a fast‑paced logistics or distribution environment
• Live within commuting distance of Yeadon, Leeds

Highly Desirable:

• Experience using MANDATA TMS

• Up to £36,000 per annum
• Monday-Friday working (day shift)
• 20 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

This is a well-established and growing logistics organisation providing distribution, warehousing and third‑party logistics (3PL) services across the UK.

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