Transport Planner

Runcorn
Salary: £28,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm (can be flexible)

Adaptable recruitment are working with a well-established and growing logistics business to recruit an experienced Transport Planner to join their busy operations team.

This is a fast-paced role where you’ll play a key part in keeping deliveries running efficiently, ensuring vehicles, drivers and routes are aligned to meet customer demands and operational targets.
What you will be doing:*Planning and routing vehicles across the UK
*Managing driver schedules in line with regulations (drivers’ hours & WTD)
*Monitoring delivery performance and KPIs
*Briefing and debriefing drivers daily
*Reacting to changes and re-routing where needed
*Liaising with drivers, site teams and management to ensure smooth operations
*Supporting compliance, safety and vehicle maintenance coordination
What we are looking for:*Previous experience in a Transport Planner role
*Strong knowledge of transport systems and tachograph regulations
*Confident managing drivers in a fast-paced environment
*Highly organised with great attention to detail
*A proactive, solutions-focused approach
*Strong communication and relationship-building skills
What is on offer?*Competitive salary (DOE)
*Supportive and collaborative team environment
*Health & wellbeing programme
*Cycle to work scheme
*Employee discounts
*Free on-site parking