Transport Planner

Company: Elevation Recruitment Group
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Location: Sheffield
Job Description:

Transport Planner – Sheffield – £35,000 – £40,000

Elevation Recruitment Group are proud to be partnering with a leading global manufacturer in Sheffield who are looking to recruit a Transport Planner to join their team.

This newly created role will be responsible for organising and coordinating the transportation of goods to various customer locations, working closely with a network of external hauliers. This role is vital in ensuring timely deliveries, cost-effective transport solutions, and high levels of customer satisfaction.

Benefits:

  • Bonus scheme
  • 31 days holiday rising to 35 days with years of service
  • Westfield Health
  • Death in service (3 x salary)
  • Free onsite parking
  • Pension

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and schedule daily and weekly transport requirements using external hauliers
  • Liaise with hauliers to allocate loads and manage delivery timelines
  • Communicate with internal departments (e.g., production, sales) to understand delivery needs and prioritise accordingly
  • Ensure transport plans are cost-efficient and compliant with legal requirements
  • Monitor deliveries and address any delays or issues as they arise
  • Maintain accurate transport records and update systems accordingly
  • Provide administrative support for transport-related documentation, including PODs and invoices
  • Continuously review and improve transport planning processes

Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Monday – Friday

Required skills & experience:

  • Experience in transport planning
  • Previously worked with external hauliers
  • Strong communication skills

If you would like to discuss this Transport Planner role in more detail, then do get in touch with Lewis at Elevation Recruitment Group now!

Posted: May 1st, 2025