GENERAL HAULAGE PLANNER | £32,000 | Birchwood, Warrington

Sunday – Thursday | 06:00 – 18:00

KPI Recruiting are working with a well-established organisation to recruit an experienced General Haulage Planner. This is a great opportunity for an organised and proactive individual to join a busy transport operation, coordinating loads, routes, vehicles and drivers to ensure goods are moved efficiently and compliantly.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the movement of goods.
• Allocate jobs to drivers and vehicles.
• Plan cost-effective routes considering fuel, time and tolls.
• Schedule deliveries and collections.
• Monitor driver hours and ensure compliance.
• Communicate with customers regarding ETAs and delays.
• React quickly to traffic, breakdowns and last-minute jobs.
• Plan and source backloads to maximise vehicle utilisation.
• Keep transport systems accurately updated to support timely invoicing.
• Work closely with drivers, warehouses and customers to ensure smooth operations.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in transport planning or haulage.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Good knowledge of UK roads, motorways and restrictions.
• Confident using Transport Management Systems, Excel and tracking software.
• Experience with GPS and route planning systems.
• Understanding of digital tachograph data.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability and the confidence to work under pressure.
• Proactive approach with good attention to detail.

Benefits

• Holiday loyalty scheme.
• Learning & development support.
• Inclusive culture with employee resource groups.
• Company Health Care Scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Package.
• Sick Pay Scheme.
• Bike2Work Scheme.

APPLY NOW! Or contact the Commercial Team on 01942 597215 or email Gemmap@kpir.co.uk

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those candidates successfully shortlisted for the role will be contacted.

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