Transport Planner
Location: Stanford-le-Hope, Essex
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Transport: Own vehicle is essential due to the location
Noble Recruiting are working on behalf of a well-established logistics company in Stanford-le-Hope to find an experienced Transport Planner. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident planner to join a dynamic and fast-paced team managing complex UK-wide operations within international supply chains.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and coordinate UK-wide collections and deliveries
* Act as the main point of contact for customers, hauliers, suppliers, and internal teams (including Warehouse and Customer Service)
* Ensure full legal and compliance procedures are followed
* Use transport planning software to schedule deliveries, manage haulier bookings, negotiate rates and apply any additional customer charges
* Support the transport function in generating new business opportunities and improving vehicle utilisation
* Be flexible to support operations outside of core hours when required (calls/emails for urgent issues)
Candidate Profile:
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a transport planning role
* Excellent understanding of UK logistics and transport operations
* Confident communicator with strong customer service focus
* High IT literacy and knowledge of driver hours, tachograph and Working Time Directive regulations
* Strong administrative and organisational skills
* Ability to work well under pressure in a reactive environment
* Knowledge of refrigerated (reefer) transport is desirable but not essential
To apply, please submit your CV or contact our team for further details.
This is a full-time permanent position offering excellent career development within a respected logistics business.
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