Leeds
Transport, Logistics
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
22/07/2025
12/08/2025
Transport Planning Manager
Leeds
£50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits
Role Profile
Our client is a growing Logistics business with a national network. We are supporting in their recruitment for a Transport Planning Manager. Reporting into the Operations Director, you will be responsible for managing a small team of Planners, accountable for planning & resourcing vehicle movements. The role will play a key part in strategic developments across network modelling, fleet utilisation and capacity planning.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide day to day management of Transport Planning team
* Work collaboratively with different business functions including Finance and Sales to ensure optimal planning and service levels are provided
* Provide support on new business enquiries and tender analysis
* Develop and implement forecasting & planning systems
* Review planning data and make recommendations to improve
* Route optimisation
Key Skills
* Experienced in Transport Planning, ideally with team management
* Proven experience using planning/ routing systems - Paragon would be highly advantageous
* Solid knowledge of UK & EU driving regulations
* Advanced Excel Skills
* CPC qualification would be beneficial
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