Transport Planner

Description:

Are you a logisticsenthusiastwith a passion for precision and customer satisfaction? We’re looking for a dynamicTransport Planner to join our team and play a pivotal role in ensuring our supply chain runs like clockwork. This role bridges the gap between order management and transport planning—capturing customer needs, coordinating deliveries, and keeping everything moving smoothly. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love solving problems before they arise, this could be your next big move.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

Process customer orders via phone, email, or digital platforms
Verify product codes, quantities, and delivery instructions
Schedule deliveries based on availability and route efficiency
Coordinate with planners, hauliers, and drivers
Track deliveries and resolve issues proactively
Maintain accurate data in planning or ERP systems
Report on volumes, performance, and transport KPIs
Ensure legal compliance (e.g. driver hours, weight limits)
Handle customer queries and escalate when needed
Support audit documentation
Drive continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For

You’ll be a great fit if you are:

Pragmatic and resilient
Clear and concise communicator
Customer-focused
Strong in numeracy and literacy
Skilled with planning tools
Collaborative and influential
Committed to team development and customer value
Key Functional Competencies

To succeed in this role, you should bring:

Knowledge of logistics systems and planning workflows
Experience leading centralised logistics teams
Familiarity with continuous improvement methods

Why Tarmac

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
Training and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer.If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.

Ready to build your future?

Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!

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