Candidate Overview
The candidate is a highly organised and performance-driven Distribution Planner with 5+ years’ experience within high-volume UK transport and logistics operations, specialising in multi-drop route planning, carrier coordination, and real-time operational execution.
They bring a strong understanding of UK transport legislation, driver hours, and load optimisation, combined with excellent geographical knowledge and the ability to make fast, effective decisions in time-sensitive environments. Known for their reliability and communication skills, they consistently deliver high service levels while balancing cost and operational efficiency.
Core Expertise
- Multi-drop route planning & optimisation (30–50 vehicles daily)
- UK HGV legislation and driver hours compliance
- Load planning and vehicle capacity utilisation
- Real-time transport execution and issue resolution
- KPI tracking and reporting (service & cost)
- Geographical planning across UK distribution networks
- Cost control and route efficiency improvement
- Operational problem-solving under pressure
- Third-party carrier and haulier management
Selected Career Achievements
- Successfully planned and executed 40+ daily multi-drop routes, consistently achieving 98.5%+ on-time delivery performance across a fast-paced distribution network.
- Improved route efficiency, reducing total route miles by 10% through better geographical planning, route consolidation, and improved load configuration.
- Strengthened relationships with third-party carriers, improving service reliability and reducing delivery failures and re-plans by 20%.
- Reduced last-minute route changes and operational disruptions by implementing structured planning processes and earlier load finalisation.
Leadership Profile
A dependable and detail-oriented planner who thrives in high-pressure, time-critical logistics environments. Strong communicator with the ability to coordinate effectively with drivers, carriers, customers, and internal teams to ensure smooth operational delivery. Proactive and solutions-focused, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for transport performance.
Ideal Next Role
The candidate is seeking a Distribution Planner role within a high-volume logistics or transport operation where they can further develop their expertise in route optimisation, carrier management, and operational performance.
They are particularly well suited to organisations requiring strong planning discipline, high service reliability, and effective coordination of multi-drop transport operations.
Interested in learning more? Please contact Imagine Executive Solutions for a confidential discussion.