Transport Planner

GXO Logistics, Inc.

Transport Planner supporting delivery operations planning for GXO Logistics in Northampton. Managing routes and coordinating network activities in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeNorthampton • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £30,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transport planning and logistics, utilizing tools like Excel and routing software to optimize delivery routes and enhance service performance. Strong communication and organizational skills support effective collaboration with customers and operational teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Transport PlanningRouting Systems ExperienceData AnalysisMS Office ProficiencyOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Transport PlanningData AnalysisRouting SystemsExcel ProficiencyProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailProactive ApproachCollaborative Work

Tools & Technologies

ExcelParagonApteanRouting Software

Industry Keywords

LogisticsTransportDelivery RoutesCollectionsTrunking Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the planning of core delivery routes and collections/trunking operations
Plan, update and manage core delivery routes, collections and trunking activities across the network
Coordinate daily network reports, ad-hoc bookings and returns, ensuring accuracy and timely communication
Liaise with customers, depots and operational teams to resolve issues quickly and maintain strong working relationships
Utilise planning tools such as Excel, routing software (Paragon/Aptean) and internal systems to support efficient transport scheduling
Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve data accuracy and enhance service performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience within a planning or transport/logistics environment
Strong communication and organisational skills
Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel
Experience with routing systems such as Paragon is highly beneficial
Excellent attention to detail and confidence analysing data and solving problems
A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits

Comp & perks

33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Company-sponsored pension scheme
Life assurance
Access to benefits platform including retail discounts