Overview
Logistics Planner
Location: Enderby
Aptean is changing. Our bespoke ERP solutions are transforming a huge range of global businesses, from food producers to manufacturers. In a world of generic enterprise software, we provide targeted solutions that bring together the very best technology and drive greater results. With over 3000 employees, 50 different products, and a global client base, there’s no better time to advance your career at Aptean.
3T, part of Aptean, is a leading provider of transport management services and technology in Europe. Joining this team means becoming part of a company that’s redefining the logistics space through automation, innovation, and customer-focused solutions. The 4PL department is rapidly evolving and offers the opportunity to contribute directly to smarter, faster, and more sustainable transport operations.
About the role
As a Transport Planner within the 4PL team, you’ll play a key role in delivering optimal planning solutions through our proprietary TMS EVENT system. This role combines operational execution, customer collaboration, and strategic carrier engagement in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.
You will:
* Execute transport planning in line with customer SOPs
* Manage carrier performance, compliance, and cost adjustments
* Optimize load capacity and coordinate bookings
* Resolve non-compliance issues and escalate where necessary
* Monitor invoice quality and ensure reporting accuracy
* Drive continuous service improvement via data analysis and stakeholder engagement
* Generate fleet plans and operational reports
* Collaborate with clients and hauliers to drive efficiency and service excellence
You will also:
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to build lasting relationships
* Support the organization of special transport and assess cost implications
* Ensure all processes align with service-level agreements and KPIs
* Identify and escalate volume or profile changes contrary to forecast
About you
You’re proactive, analytical, and customer-focused, with a strong sense of ownership and a drive to improve logistics performance. You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy solving problems collaboratively.
You must also be:
* Experienced in logistics or transport planning roles
* Confident working independently and under pressure
* Skilled in stakeholder management and relationship-building
* Highly IT literate, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Adept at managing competing priorities and delivering results
* A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
* Committed to quality, detail, and continuous improvement
* Comfortable making decisions and working cross-functionally as part of a team
Nice to have:
* Proficiency in a European language—especially French or Polish—would be a strong plus.
If you share our mindset, you can share in our success. To find out more about joining Aptean, get in touch today.
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