Transport Planner
Company: Culina Group
Role summary
Transport Planner is a role at Culina Group in Appleton, England, United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-10-14. Salary: GBP 33,000 per year. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Transport Planner
- Company
- Culina Group
- Location
- Appleton, England, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Logistics & Warehousing
- Salary
- GBP 33,000 per year
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-10-14
Culina Group is looking for a Transport Planner to join their busy Transport Logistics team. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and the chance to work with a leading supply chain partner in the UK.
Job description
Company Description
Who are Culina?
Culina is the UK’s leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation’s best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We're proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day.
We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Transport Logistics division– as one of the UK's most trusted transport specialists, we deliver flexible transport solutions backed by our nationwide network, industry-leading expertise and innovative technology. Our teams provide reliable, efficient and responsive services that help customers keep products moving and businesses growing.
Job Description
Life in this role
As part of our, Transport Logistics division , we have an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Transport Planner .
Salary: Up to £33,000, depending on experience
Shift: 4 on 4 off days, 6:00-18:00
Key Duties of a Night Transport Planner:
Ensure GTS housekeeping is completed and depot logs are updated within required timescales.
Input trailer numbers as soon as practical and check resource availability for the shift.
Monitor and report empty legs, Time Lapse and Restricted Parking reports, identifying opportunities to improve utilisation.
Complete Microlise debriefs, report system errors, and maintain accurate operational records.
Confirm driver start times for the following day and manage resource requirements accordingly.
Monitor drivers' hours and WTD compliance, escalating any issues or concerns to the Operations team.
Maintain clear communication with drivers and ensure effective handovers between shifts.
Manage transport plans in line with customer requirements and volume demands.
Support the Transport Manager with all Back-to-Back preparations and planning activities.
Undertake Back-to-Back tracking during the F1 season, providing regular updates to the team and customers.
Qualifications
What you’ll need ...
Good geographical knowledge of the UK
Proficient in computer literacy including Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, Work and Outlook
CPC Desirable but not required
Experience of planning 100+ tractor units across multiple depots
Excellent communication skills and ability to succeed in a pressurised environment
Customer focus on delivery performance
Commercially and Financially astute and driven to deliver exceptional results.
Experience of using a TMS system
Experience in an FMCG environment
Strong analytical and excel capability across standard formulas
Additional Information
What is in it for you?
If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, develop your career, and be part of a team that works as one to achieve great results, we'd love to hear from you.
Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme - our salary sacrifice scheme offers a cost-effective way to drive an electric vehicle, with payments taken directly from your salary. Eligibility and salary thresholds apply.
Wellbeing Support – your wellbeing matters to us. Through our Employee Assistance Programme, you'll have 24/7 access to confidential counselling and legal support, whenever you need it.
Eye Care Vouchers – free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.