European Transport Planner
Newport
Permanent
Our client is a well-established logistics and haulage business based in Newport, currently expanding their European operations. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced European Transport Planner to join their operations team.
This role will involve coordinating European transport movements, planning driver routes and managing shipments from collection through to delivery, while also supporting with customs documentation to ensure smooth cross-border operations.
Benefits
Salary up to £40,000 (Negotiable based on experience level)
Monday to Friday working hours
Established and growing logistics business
Pension Plan
Supportive team environment
Progression avenues available
Company social events
Free onsite parking
Role Responsibilities
Planning and coordinating European transport movements for company drivers
Managing daily transport schedules, routes and delivery plans to ensure maximum efficiency
Communicating directly with drivers, providing updates and ensuring progress is monitored throughout journeys
Maintaining regular contact with drivers to track locations and manage any delays or issues
Liaising with customers to provide updates on deliveries and manage expectations
Preparing and processing customs documentation including T Forms, commodity codes and certificates of origin
Ensuring all shipments comply with customs and international transport regulations
Booking collections and deliveries and coordinating with customers and suppliers
Monitoring shipments from collection through to final delivery
Updating internal systems with transport, shipment and driver information
Resolving operational issues quickly to minimise disruption to delivery schedules
Building strong working relationships with drivers, customers and internal teams
Essential Skills & Experience
Previous experience within transport planning, haulage or logistics operations
Experience coordinating European transport movements
Knowledge of customs documentation such as T Forms, commodity codes and export paperwork
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments and routes
Excellent communication skills when dealing with drivers, customers and suppliers
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and problem solve effectively
Good IT skills and experience using transport or logistics systems
Ability to work independently and take ownership of transport operations
If you are interested and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV. As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, THOMAS Professional commit to reviewing applications we receive with complete fairness and equality.
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