Transport Planner
Company: Culina Group
Role summary
Transport Planner is a role at Culina Group in Northampton, England, United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-10-14. Salary: GBP 31,000 per year. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Transport Planner
- Company
- Culina Group
- Location
- Northampton, England, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Logistics & Warehousing
- Salary
- GBP 31,000 per year
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-10-14
Culina Group, a leader in UK supply chain, is looking for a Transport Planner to join their dynamic logistics team. This full-time role offers a solid salary and the chance to contribute to a company that keeps the nation's best brands moving. It's a great opportunity to grow within a well-established and respected organization.
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 £31,000 per annum, depending on experience
Shift: 4 on 4 off nights, 18:00-6:00
This is a Maternity Cover position
As a Transport Planner you will be contributing to the success of the transport team, you will be responsible for completing and overseeing the day-to-day planning function of the transport operation. A highly motivated and driven individual, you will be experienced at working in a quick and fast-paced environment and be able to deal with day to day challenges in providing an effective transport plan.
Key Duties of a Night Transport Planner:
Work with Transport and Warehouse teams, to create an efficient transport plan using the latest TMS
Subcontracting and planning orders from multiple sites across the UK
Planning daily workload of fleet: vehicles based on site and out bases
Reporting problems and dealing with issues and any queries that may arise
Planning collections per day on a time critical basis
Maintaining and exceeding agreed KPI’s
Proactively look for continuous improvements
Be able to make decisions under pressure and to a tight timescale
Have a flexible and adaptable approach to working in order to meet the requirements of the business particularly at peak periods during the year
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 formulasv
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.
Reward & Recognition – we love celebrating great work, we recognise those who go above and beyond.
Everyday Discounts – our benefits platform gives you access to discounts from over 50 leading retailers, helping your money go further every day.