Transport Planner

Excel Recruitment

  • Newtownabbey, Co Antrim
  • €40,000-45,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Excel Recruitment are seeking a skilled Transport Planner to support and co-ordinate the daily logistics operations for a fast-paced distribution centre. Reporting to the Transport Manager, this role is key to ensuring cost-effective, legally compliant, and efficient routing of multi-drop deliveries throughout Ireland and the UK.Responsibilities
  • Plan daily multi-drop delivery routes and maximise efficiency
  • Ensure effective use of the fleet, including vehicle space
  • Collaborate with Transport and Depot Managers to coordinate routes
  • Ensure compliance with legal driving hours, tachograph rules, and road safety standards
  • Continuously monitor and improve routing efficiency and delivery performance
  • Manage transport planning tasks independently in a time-sensitive environment
Requirements
  • As Transport Planner you will have a strong understanding of transport operations and planning principles
  • 2-3 years’ experience in a transport planning or similar logistics role
  • Excellent geographical knowledge
  • Familiarity with tachograph and driver hours regulations
  • Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to work under pressure
  • Proficient in transport systems, Microsoft Office, and general IT
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Reliable, adaptable, and committed to punctuality and attendance
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • 20 days holiday entitlement
  • Company pension scheme
  • 10% discount on healthcare
  • Bike to Work scheme
  • Refer-a-friend reward scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • Staff canteen facilities
Are you a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a structured but fast-moving logistics environment? If you are results-driven, passionate about transport planning and ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you!!Apply now to take the next step in your transport and logistics career. Please click on the link below or contact David Dunlop at Excel Recruitment.#BELFHOSYour Name RequiredYour Email RequiredPhoneYour CV Required. Files Accepted: .PDF and .DOCCommentI agree with further processing of the CVDublin OfficeThe Capel Building, Mary's Abbey, Dublin 7, D07 DH99Cork OfficeUnit 1C, Ground Floor, Penrose Wharf, Co. Cork, T23VP9TNaas OfficeUnit C3, Wolfe Tone House, Naas Town Centre, Co. Kildare, W91 C8X0Galway Office7a Raven's Terrace, Fr. Griffin road, Galway, H91THF9Belfast OfficeSuite 301, Arthur House 41 Arthur Street Belfast BT1 4GBThis website uses cookies to improve your experience. By using Excel Recruitment you agree with ourManage consentClosePrivacy OverviewThis website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.Necessary Always EnabledNecessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Cookie Duration Description
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