Transport Planner
Wellingborough Northamptonshire | Full Time | Monday to Friday | Basic Salary of £32,000 - £35,000(neg)
Are you an organised logistics professional with experience in transport planning, warehouse operations, and fleet coordination with a passion for cars, motorbikes or any motorised vehicles ? This could be a perfect opportunity for you.
We are looking for a Transport & Warehouse Planner to join a busy and growing vehicle logistics operation. This is a varied, hands-on role combining UK and European transport planning, warehouse coordination, and fleet maintenance scheduling to ensure vehicles move safely, efficiently, and on time.
You may have worked previously as a Transport Operations Planner, Logistics & Warehouse Planner, Transport & Fleet Coordinator, Transport Operations Coordinator,,Logistics Operations Planner assisting with booking and managing transportation.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and schedule vehicle collections and deliveries across the UK and Europe
Build efficient routes and maximise vehicle utilisation
Allocate work to drivers and monitor live transport operations
Coordinate warehouse movements and maintain accurate stock records
Operate a counterbalance forklift for loading and unloading activities
Schedule vehicle servicing, MOTs, inspections, and repairs
Ensure compliance with transport, fleet, and health & safety regulations
Maintain operational reports, KPIs, and logistics records
Assist with loading and unloading of vehicles when required
A Full UK driving Licence is essential as there will be a requirement to Shunt vehicles in their yard
What We're Looking For
Experience in transport planning within the UK and Europe
Knowledge of transport compliance and logistics operations
Experience coordinating vehicle servicing or fleet maintenance
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Confident using Microsoft Office and logistics software
A proactive, solutions-focused approach
A Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence is desirable but not essential
What's On Offer
Permanent position in a small friendly unique company
Basic Salary between £32,000 to £35,000 (neg)
Diverse role covering transport, warehouse, and fleet operations
Supportive and professional team environment
Career development opportunities within a growing logistics business
Competitive salary and benefits package
Core hours 08.30 - 17.30 but this role requires flexibility for occasional early starts or later finishes to support operational requirements and vehicle loading schedules.Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Thanks for your application. Due to the high level of responses we are currently receiving, whilst we endeavour to contact everyone, sometimes we are unable to. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of making your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion
