Transport Planner
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 23 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £35,000 per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 25 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Crewe, CW2 5AB |
| Cwmni: | NWF Group |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1005 |
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We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Transport Planner to join our team based out of our Crewe Head Office.
Responsible for coordinating and optimising the routing of our fleet vehicles to ensure timely and cost-effective fuel delivery
whilst working closely to support Regional Transport Managers.
Why NWF Fuels?
* £35,000 per annum
* Monday to Friday: 37.5 hours per week between 6am and 5pm with occasional weekend hours paid as overtime
* 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy more
* Discounts across shopping, groceries, travel, entertainment, dining, days out, health & beauty and much more!
* Extensive progression opportunities across the wider group that has 2 other businesses
* Incentive and company days out
* Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses
* Medicash
* Long service awards
* The usual: company pension, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, free refreshments, free
on-site parking
Day to Day
Route Planning and Optimisation
* Utilise routing software and manual methods to plan and optimise delivery routes for our fleet vehicles.
* Consider factors such as delivery schedules, vehicle capacities, traffic conditions, and customer preferences to maximise
efficiency and minimise costs.
* Continuously monitor routes and make adjustments as needed to accommodate changes or unforeseen circumstances.
* Work closely with the sales team to ensure best in class customer service.
Compliance and Safety
* Stay up to date on relevant transportation regulations and ensure compliance with legal requirements, including driver
hours-of-service regulations, vehicle inspections, and licensing requirements.
* Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure that all vehicles and drivers meet safety and compliance standards.
* Address any compliance issues or safety concerns in a timely and effective manner.
Communication and Coordination
* Serve as the primary point of contact for drivers, and other stakeholders including the sales team regarding routing and
fleet-related matters.
* Communicate with sales team members regarding delivery schedules, delays, or other issues as they arise.
* Collaborate with other departments including sales, fleet, and customer service, to optimise overall transportation operations.
What will you bring?
* Proven experience in transportation planning, routing, fleet management and driver management.
* Strong knowledge of transportation regulations, safety standards, and best practices.
* Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
* Proficiency in using routing software, GPS systems, and fleet management tools.
* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with drivers, customers,
and colleagues.
* Ability to work independently and make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Who are NWF Fuels?
NWF Group comprises of 3 key businesses: NWF Fuels, NWF Agriculture & Boughey Distribution. Employing over 1,400 colleagues across
the group, we encourage and empower our people to progress and move fluidly through the group, meaning the sky really is the limit
when you join us!
What makes NWF Fuels different? Our commitment to the customer and our focus on service is what sets us apart in the market, and
our people are the driving force! We supply a range of fuel related products throughout the UK to domestic, agricultural,
commercial and retail customers through our modern fleet of over 155 tankers and a strategically located depot network allowing us
to service more than 113k customers. The business has grown organically and through acquisition currently standing as the third
largest fuel distributor in the UK – we plan to climb higher and want you to be a part of it!
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex,
disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Transport Planner to join our team based out of our Crewe Head Office.
Responsible for coordinating and optimising the routing of our fleet vehicles to ensure timely and cost-effective fuel delivery
whilst working closely to support Regional Transport Managers.
Why NWF Fuels?
* £35,000 per annum
* Monday to Friday: 37.5 hours per week between 6am and 5pm with occasional weekend hours paid as overtime
* 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy more
* Discounts across shopping, groceries, travel, entertainment, dining, days out, health & beauty and much more!
* Extensive progression opportunities across the wider group that has 2 other businesses
* Incentive and company days out
* Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses
* Medicash
* Long service awards
* The usual: company pension, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, free refreshments, free
on-site parking
Day to Day
Route Planning and Optimisation
* Utilise routing software and manual methods to plan and optimise delivery routes for our fleet vehicles.
* Consider factors such as delivery schedules, vehicle capacities, traffic conditions, and customer preferences to maximise
efficiency and minimise costs.
* Continuously monitor routes and make adjustments as needed to accommodate changes or unforeseen circumstances.
* Work closely with the sales team to ensure best in class customer service.
Compliance and Safety
* Stay up to date on relevant transportation regulations and ensure compliance with legal requirements, including driver
hours-of-service regulations, vehicle inspections, and licensing requirements.
* Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure that all vehicles and drivers meet safety and compliance standards.
* Address any compliance issues or safety concerns in a timely and effective manner.
Communication and Coordination
* Serve as the primary point of contact for drivers, and other stakeholders including the sales team regarding routing and
fleet-related matters.
* Communicate with sales team members regarding delivery schedules, delays, or other issues as they arise.
* Collaborate with other departments including sales, fleet, and customer service, to optimise overall transportation operations.
What will you bring?
* Proven experience in transportation planning, routing, fleet management and driver management.
* Strong knowledge of transportation regulations, safety standards, and best practices.
* Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
* Proficiency in using routing software, GPS systems, and fleet management tools.
* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with drivers, customers,
and colleagues.
* Ability to work independently and make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Who are NWF Fuels?
NWF Group comprises of 3 key businesses: NWF Fuels, NWF Agriculture & Boughey Distribution. Employing over 1,400 colleagues across
the group, we encourage and empower our people to progress and move fluidly through the group, meaning the sky really is the limit
when you join us!
What makes NWF Fuels different? Our commitment to the customer and our focus on service is what sets us apart in the market, and
our people are the driving force! We supply a range of fuel related products throughout the UK to domestic, agricultural,
commercial and retail customers through our modern fleet of over 155 tankers and a strategically located depot network allowing us
to service more than 113k customers. The business has grown organically and through acquisition currently standing as the third
largest fuel distributor in the UK – we plan to climb higher and want you to be a part of it!
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex,
disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.