Route Planner - 6 month Secondment

Transport Route Planner

At Bidfood , we know that great journeys don’t just happen — they’re planned. If you’re organised, confident in decision-making and thrive on keeping things moving, this could be your next step. Make our journey your journey.

We’re looking for a Transport Planner to play a key role in ensuring our drivers are routed efficiently, safely and compliantly, helping us deliver the high standards our customers expect.

What you’ll be doing:

• Using internal systems and Paragon to plan and optimise driver routes
• Maximising cases per vehicle in line with depot KPIs
• Working closely with Transport Team Managers and Fleet teams to ensure compliance with drivers’ hours and legislation
• Liaising with sales teams to support customer requirements and service levels
• Ensuring routes are efficient, practical and commercially sound

What we’re looking for:

• Strong geographical knowledge
• Experience using transport planning software (Paragon preferred)
• Good understanding of drivers’ hours regulations
• Confident decision-maker with excellent organisational skills
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
• A team player who communicates well across departments

Why join Bidfood?

• Be part of a well-established, growing business
• Play a vital role in keeping our operation moving
• Supportive team environment with development opportunities
• A chance to build a long-term career in transport and logistics

If you’re ready to plan smarter, work collaboratively and grow with a business that values your contribution, make our journey your journey at Bidfood .

Behaviour requirements (NB. added following the evaluation)

Care

• Caring about our customers and colleagues
• Being accountable and taking ownership to find great solutions
• Having passion for what you do and who you do it for
• Caring about the details

Share

• Keeping colleagues and customers informed and connected
• Involving the right people at the right time
• Collaborating across teams to achieve the same goals
• Being ‘joined up in your approach

Dare

• Making bold decisions
• Challenging the status quo and having conviction in what you know is right for the business
• Being innovative and proactive in how you approach things
• Not being afraid to invest time in things that add value

This is a 6 months secondment role.