Entry-Level Transport Planner — Training & Career Growth

MET Recruitment UK LTD; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing logistics company in Wombourne seeks an enthusiastic entry-level Transport Planner. In this role, you'll handle deliveries, manage data, and support transport operations within a supportive team. The ideal candidate is proactive and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills. Opportunities for career progression and professional development are available, offering a salary between GBP21,000 and GBP25,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

Full training and career development plan

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in a logistics or office-based environment is an advantage but not essential.
• Interest in transport, logistics, or supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Booking site deliveries and collections with major suppliers and recyclers.
• Communicating with hauliers, sending confirmations and updates.
• Inputting and managing data on systems such as TOMS, CHAS, and MOPS.
• Allocating haulier work efficiently and supporting day-to-day transport operations.
• Prospecting and onboarding new hauliers.
• Checking delivery and collection times, following up on delays or issues.
• Calculating haulage rates accurately.
• Updating driver schedules, earnings, and daily work spreadsheets.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive and detail-oriented

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Comfortable using spreadsheets and databases

Job description

A growing logistics company in Wombourne seeks an enthusiastic entry-level Transport Planner. In this role, you'll handle deliveries, manage data, and support transport operations within a supportive team. The ideal candidate is proactive and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills. Opportunities for career progression and professional development are available, offering a salary between GBP21,000 and GBP25,000 depending on experience.