Culina Group
Transport Planner
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Transport Planner
Transport Planner – Permanent Full-Time
Company Description
Culina Logistics provides integrated supply chain services and expertise for food & drink products that require strict refrigerated temperatures. At Culina, we have a winning culture. We believe our culture—valuing, challenging, and inspiring our team—is one of the driving forces behind our continued success.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated Transport Planner to join our team in Market Drayton on a permanent, full-time basis.
As a Transport Planner, you will efficiently manage load assembly, deliveries, and transport resource allocation to optimise our supply chain operations.
Salary & Hours
- Salary: Up to £36,679.09 per annum, depending on experience
- Working Hours: Flexible any 4 from 7-hour shifts, between 07:30–18:00
Key Responsibilities
- Efficiently resource placements across Culina’s fleet network.
- Centralised planning of loads for all Culina Chill sites, including group interventions.
- Assemble and distribute over 400 multi-drop/consolidated loads within every 24-hour period.
- Coordinate around 200+ collections daily against agreed KPIs.
- Determine optimal transport for each site, minimising sub-contracted work.
- Exceed set KPIs to maintain high performance standards.
- Daily liaison with Shift Managers, Transport Coordinators, Customer Service & Client Support Teams.
- Proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Manage operational issues, ensuring smooth internal operations.
- Address client requests effectively and efficiently.
- Carry out additional duties as necessary.
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Requirements
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good geographical awareness of routes and logistics.
- Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
- Outstanding communication skills to ensure clear information exchange.
- Proven ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines efficiently.
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team.
- CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) qualification desirable but not essential.
- Proactive decision-making to drive cost-effective solutions.
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Benefits
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and development-focused environment. Our benefits package includes:
Development & Recognition
- Employee development programmes to support career progression within logistics.
- Team culture that thrives on collaboration and success.
Financial & Wellbeing Benefits
- Competitive annual leave entitlement.
- Pension scheme (4% employer & 4% employee contributions).
- Life Assurance (equal to twice your annual salary).
- Wellness Support via an Employee Assistance Programme, offering:
- 24/7 confidential telephone counselling.
- Legal advice access.
- Eye Care Vouchers (discounted eye tests & prescription glasses).
Recognition & Discounts
- Employee of the Month/Year awards.
- Special recognition for long service or outstanding effort.
- Over 50 retailer discounts through our benefit platform (e.g., savings on everyday essentials).
Ready to Join Our #WinningTeam?
If you meet the requirements and are excited about this opportunity, apply now to become part of Culina Logistics!
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