
Transport Planner – Doncaster
Are you ready to shape the future of transport operations in a brand-new facility? We’re seeking a proactive Transport Planner to join our Operations team in Doncaster. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in coordinating and optimising the movement of cable products, ensuring customers receive their orders efficiently and on time.
Role – Transport Planner
Location – Doncaster
Here’s what’s on offer:
🕖 Shifts – 11:00am – 7:00pm (PM SHIFT)
📅 Monday–Friday
💰 £32,000 + benefits
📍 Based in Doncaster
What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement efficient transport schedules to guarantee timely deliveries
- Optimise route planning to reduce costs and improve performance
- Monitor daily transport operations and resolve logistical challenges
- Coordinate with both internal fleet and external logistics partners
- Liaise with warehouse teams to align dispatch schedules
- Ensure accurate documentation for shipments (invoices, delivery notes)
- Manage transport-related issues such as delays, damages, and customer complaints
- Monitor and control transport costs, analysing data to drive improvements
- Implement sustainable and eco-friendly transport solutions
- Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies
- Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in transport planning, logistics, or distribution
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with warehouse teams, drivers, and external partners
- Knowledge of compliance and safety standards in transport operations
- Analytical mindset with a focus on cost efficiency and sustainability
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
If you’ve worked in a transport office, supported planners, handled driver queries, or delivered top‑tier customer service in logistics — this could be your next move.
Start People Ltd is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy.