Transport Planner

Company: WR Logistics
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Location: Slough
Job Description:

Transport Planner

Slough

£35,000 – £41,000 + Benefits

Monday–Friday

High-Volume Distribution Operation | Fast-Paced Transport Environment

Are you an experienced Transport Planner with strong Paragon experience looking for your next challenge in a busy, high-performing transport operation?

We’re recruiting for a fast-paced distribution business in Slough seeking a confident and organised Transport Planner to join a high-volume transport team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys solving operational challenges, and has experience managing complex route planning within demanding logistics environments.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring efficient fleet utilisation, cost-effective route planning, and exceptional service delivery across a large-scale operation.

The Role

  • Plan and optimise routes using Paragon routing software
  • Manage daily transport planning for a high-volume fleet operation
  • Maximise vehicle utilisation while maintaining service levels
  • Communicate effectively with drivers, warehouses, and operational teams
  • Monitor route performance, KPIs, and planning efficiencies
  • React quickly to operational changes and resolve planning issues proactively
  • Support continuous improvement across transport operations
  • Ensure compliance with transport regulations and operational procedures

About You

  • Proven experience as a Transport Planner within a busy logistics or distribution environment
  • Strong working knowledge of Paragon is essential
  • Experience planning within high-volume, fast-paced operations
  • Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Transport compliance knowledge beneficial

What’s on Offer

  • £35,000 – £41,000 salary
  • Pension scheme
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Supportive and fast-moving team environment
  • Long-term stability with a growing operation

If you’re a driven Transport Planner with Paragon experience and enjoy working in a high-energy logistics environment, apply today.

Posted: July 1st, 2026