Transport Planner

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Ely, Cambridgeshire
On-site
Full Time
Permanent
Administration
Start:
ASAP
£26,000 – £27,000 per annum depending on experience
FL/Req/005271
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30am – 4pm | Thursday 7:30am – 3pm

As the Transport Planner you will take ownership of daily route planning, coordinating with drivers and internal teams to ensure deliveries are efficient, on time and well organised. This role requires someone who can think on their feet—handling planned schedules while responding to real time changes to keep everything moving without disruption.

Who are we?

We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.

Job Duties:

• Planning and optimising transport routes to maximise efficiency

• Communicating with warehouse, drivers and customer teams

• Monitoring routes and delivery schedules, adjusting where needed

• Preparing load plans and delivery documentation

• Ensuring compliance with transport regulations and internal standards

• Problem solving on the day and supporting drivers with any on route issues

What we are looking for:

• Transport or logistics experience is desirable, but not essential

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise

• Clear, confident communication and a calm approach under pressure

• Comfortable making quick decisions

• Enjoys working in a fast paced environment

• Accurate and detail focused

Benefits:

  • 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (increase in holiday entitlement for long period of service)
  • Private medical insurance
  • Employee discount platform
  • Online GP service
  • Annual team building events

So, are you ready for your next job in Transport Planning? Hit on the apply button today.

If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.

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Need more information?

Please contact our specialist recruiter

Fausta Linkeviciute

Principal Recruitment Consultant

Fausta joined our team in 2019 and has advanced through promotion to Principal Consultant, playing a key role in expanding our Commercial Division. She progressed from Recruitment Consultant to Senior and now Principal Consultant, playing a key role in expanding our Commercial Division. Known for her dedication, she holds a loyal candidate and client base excelling in meeting our client's needs making commercial hires, and headhunting as part of our Executive Search.

Telephone:

01353 883957

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