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Senior Transport Planner

Moran Logistics
Derby

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Job details

Full-time
£35,000 a year

Benefits

Store discount
Company pension
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Management
Supply chain
Logistics
Driving
Computer networking
Leadership
A Level

Full job description

Job Title: Senior Transport Planner

Location: Castle Donington

Reporting to: Head of Planning

Shift Pattern: Tuesday - Saturday

Purpose

To lead and coordinate the daily and strategic transport planning for the Castle Donington operation, ensuring safe, compliant and cost‑effective delivery of all customer requirements. The Senior Transport Planner drives day‑to‑day execution, long‑term planning, forecasting, stakeholder communication and continuous improvement across the network.

Primary Responsibilities

Daily Transport Planning & Execution

Builds and delivers the daily transport plan.
Allocates drivers, vehicles and trailers compliantly.
Responds dynamically to delays, breakdowns and late orders.

Strategic & Forward Planning

Produces multi‑day plans and weekend schedules.
Highlights capacity risks and operational pinch points.
Supports route redesigns and shift optimisation.

Forecasting, KPIs & Reporting

Produces forecasts, trailer utilisation and reverse logistics reports.
Generates all daily, weekly and monthly KPIs.
Provides insights to support decision making.

Continuous Improvement & Cost Control

Identifies inefficiencies and leads improvement initiatives.
Supports cost control, trailer utilisation and trunking optimisation.
Improves service performance and operational efficiency.

Systems, Data & Process Integrity

Maintains planning systems and ensures data accuracy.
Upholds strong backup and resilience processes.
Leads SOP compliance and process consistency.

Reverse Logistics & Equipment Control

Manages trailer, pallet and cage movements.
Supports stock and equipment accuracy across sites.

Stakeholder Communication

Acts as key link between operations, customer services, commercial and senior management.
Provides clear daily communication and escalation.

Leadership & Support

Supports and coaches planners and admins.
Provides operational support during peak periods.
Deputises for the Planning Manager when required.

Key Relationships

Transport Teams
Site Operations
Commercial, Finance & Systems
Senior Leadership
External Partners & Suppliers

Essential Skills

Proven experience in transport planning.
Commercial awareness and data interpretation capability.
Strong coaching, leadership and influencing skills.
Resilient and confident decision‑maker.
Flexible and positive attitude.

Desirable Skills

FMCG, chilled or high‑volume logistics experience.
Experience in optimisation, automation or network design.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
On-site parking
Store discount

Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

Transport Planning: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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