Transport Planner / Supervisor (PM Shift)

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Transport Planner / Supervisor (PM Shift) - West Yorkshire

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Job Type: Full-time

We're looking for a proactive and operationally focused Transport Planner/Supervisor to join our growing logistics team in West Yorkshire. This role sits at the heart of the transport function, combining route planning, driver management and day-to-day operational control to ensure a safe, efficient and reliable transport operation. This role is working an Afternoon Shift on a Monday-Friday basis.

The Role

As Transport Planner, you will be responsible for:

Planning and optimising routes across general haulage and groupage operations

Managing and supporting drivers throughout the working day

Running the daily transport function, keeping the operation moving smoothly

Allocating work, monitoring progress and responding to live challenges

Ensuring compliance, safety and service quality standards are met

Communicating effectively with customers, drivers and internal teams

Managing vehicle utilisation, delivery schedules and driver hours

Building strong working relationships to maintain driver engagement and performance

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing planning with real-time operational control.

About You

We're looking for someone with:

✔ Previous experience in transport or logistics planning
✔ Strong knowledge of route optimisation and driver hours regulations
✔ Confidence in managing drivers and transport operations daily
✔ Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
✔ A calm, organised approach when handling live operational challenges
✔ Desire to take ownership and drive continuous improvement

Experience in general haulage and groupage planning would be highly advantageous.

What We Offer

Competitive salary

Company benefits package

A key role within an established, profitable transport operation

Opportunity for career progression and operational development

Supportive team environment

Autonomy to shape and improve daily planning and transport performance

Interested?

If you're ready to step into a role that blends planning, people and operational leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV or message our recruitment team for a confidential chat.

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Location:
Leeds
Salary:
£35,000 - £40,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Distribution

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