Position: Senior Transport Planner Location: Felixstowe Salary: GBP40,000 - GBP50,000
Overview
Due to continued expansion across their UK network, our client a Logistics specialist is seeking an experienced Senior Transport Planner to take a lead role within their busy Felixstowe operation.
Role Responsibilities
* Oversee day-to-day planning for vehicles operating from Felixstowe, London Gateway, Peterborough, and Southampton.
* Manage a designated fleet, ensuring optimal utilisation, revenue performance, and strong customer service.
* Build and maintain effective working relationships with drivers, providing clear communication and operational support.
* Take ownership of live operational issues, resolving challenges quickly to maintain service continuity.
* Ensure all VBS bookings are completed accurately and in line with port requirements. Travel between depots when necessary, including routine visits to the Southampton site.
Requirements
* At least 5 years' experience in transport planning, including a minimum of 2 years in a senior or lead-planning position.
* Proven background in supervising or mentoring planners.
* Strong ability to manage complex planning workloads.
* Solid understanding of UK ports, container operations, and VBS processes. Competent IT skills with experience using planning or transport management systems.
Salary & Benefits
* GBP40,000 - GBP50,000 depending on experience.
* Core office hours with occasional weekend cover shared across the planning team.
* 28 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service (up to 25 days) plus your birthday off.
* Life assurance & company pension.
* 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.
* Health & wellbeing subscription.
* Free on-site parking.
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