Transport Planner

Transport Planner – General Haulage

Location: Horsforth, Leeds

Salary: Up to £32K – £36K

Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday‑Friday | Alternate shifts, Days

Overview

We are recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner (General Haulage) to join a leading general haulage company in Leeds to coordinate its daily fleet operations. This role supports a national distribution network covering warehousing, storage and 3PL 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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 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

Requirements

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

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £32K – £36K
• Monday‑Friday working
• Alternate shifts | Days
• 1 in 3 weekends on call (+£75 supplement)
• 28 days holiday
• Healthcare plan (money towards dental/optical etc.)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Free on‑site parking
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

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