Transport Planner (GB)
Location: Anwick
Department: Logistics
Reports to: Transport Planning Manager
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-focused Transport Planner to join our Logistics team at Anwick.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for planning and coordinating daily transport movements, ensuring efficient and cost-effective delivery of operations across day 1, day 2, and future planning horizons. You’ll play a key part in delivering a high-performing logistics operation, supporting service levels while optimising fleet and third-party utilisation.
This is a dynamic, fast-paced position where you’ll work closely with multiple stakeholders, helping to drive performance and support our ambition of developing a best-in-class logistics function.
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Plan and coordinate daily transport schedules across multiple sites
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Manage live booking and tracking systems to ensure smooth operations
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Schedule live load collections, inter-site movements, and 3PL transport
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Balance use of internal fleet and third-party providers for optimal efficiency
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Monitor and track logistics performance against key KPIs
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Identify risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
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Support delivery of targets around cost, service, and utilisation
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Maintain accurate data including collection points, time windows, and restrictions
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Work closely with internal teams (Agriculture, Factory Planning)
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Communicate effectively with drivers and external partners
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Proactively manage issues and provide practical solutions in real time
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Ensure compliance with H&S, transport legislation, and company standards
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Support chain of custody and product integrity processes
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Assist with contingency planning (e.g. adverse weather conditions)
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Contribute to reporting, dashboards, and operational documentation
Experience & Skills
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2+ years’ experience in a transport planning or logistics role (own fleet or 3PL)
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Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
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Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
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Confident using Excel and planning systems
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
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Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Desirable
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Knowledge of driver hours / tachograph regulations
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Experience with routing and scheduling systems
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Familiarity with telematics systems (e.g. Microlise)
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Understanding of transporting agricultural or live products
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Be part of a high-performing logistics team in a fast-paced environment
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Play a key role in shaping and improving transport operations
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Gain exposure to end-to-end supply chain planning
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Opportunity to develop your career within a growing business
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Work with experienced teams and build strong cross-functional relationships
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Contribute to a business focused on efficiency, sustainability, and continuous improvement
If you’re an organised and driven planner looking to make an impact, apply now and join our Logistics team.
Pilgrim's Pride Limited is a division of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, our business is part of the second largest food company in the world, whose team farm, process, prepare, package and deliver fresh, frozen and value-added food products for sale in more than 100 countries.
We are proud to partner with more than 1,000 UK farmers who share our belief in the highest standards on animal welfare, efficiency, and quality. Our own farming operation is 100% RSPCA Higher Welfare, making us the largest producer of higher welfare pork globally, delivering 25% of pig meat to UK consumers.
