Job Description
Location: Birmingham
Salary: 30,000 - 36,000 (DOE)
We're working with a growing logistics and transport operation in Birmingham seeking an organised and proactive Transport Planner to join their busy operations team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with transport planning or logistics coordination experience looking to join a fast-paced environment with long-term development opportunities.
Job Overview
Plan and coordinate daily transport routes and vehicle allocations
Monitor deliveries and respond quickly to delays, issues, or route changes
Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, warehouse teams, and internal departments
Ensure deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on time
Support route optimisation to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs
Maintain accurate transport records, planning schedules, and operational documentation
Ensure compliance with driver hours, transport legislation, and Health & Safety requirements
Coordinate vehicle availability, servicing, and maintenance schedules
Use transport management systems (TMS) and logistics software to support daily operations
Support continuous improvement initiatives across the transport function
Job Requirements
Previous experience within transport planning, logistics coordination, or fleet operations
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced transport environment
Good geographical knowledge and route-planning ability
Strong communication and customer service skills
Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office and transport planning systems
Understanding of driver hours, transport compliance, and Health & Safety regulations
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Desirable Experience
CPC qualification or transport compliance knowledge
Experience within distribution, haulage, logistics, or supply chain operations
Knowledge of logistics KPIs, reporting, and operational performance metrics
Salary & Benefits
Salary: 30,000 - 36,000 depending on experience
Full-time, permanent position
Company pension scheme
Holiday entitlement
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to join a growing logistics operation
Career progression and long-term development opportunities
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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