EU Transport Planner

WR Logistics; West Boldon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working环境

Mon–Fri working pattern

Job summary

WR Logistics is seeking an experienced EU Transport Planner to join the Newcastle operations team. You will plan UK and European van movements, coordinate fleet and drivers, monitor live deliveries and adapt to changes to ensure on-time, safe shipments.

The role emphasizes customer liaison, documentation accuracy and proactive problem-solving within a busy logistics environment. Monday–Friday pattern and ongoing development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in Transport Planning, Freight Forwarding or Logistics.
• Strong knowledge of UK and European road networks.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong communication with customers and drivers.
• Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS).
• Good IT skills.
• Proactive approach with ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule UK and European van movements.
• Coordinate daily fleet operations and driver allocations.
• Monitor live transport movements and resolve operational issues as they arise.
• Work closely with customers to plan and manage transport requirements.
• Liaise with drivers, customers and transport partners to provide regular updates.
• Ensure all transport documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain transport management systems with accurate operational information.
• Deliver high levels of customer service while ensuring on-time performance.
• Identify and implement solutions to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and transport legislation.

Skills

Transport Planning

UK & EU road networks

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication with customers/drivers

TMS experience

Microsoft Office

Independent & team player

Tools

TMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

EU Transport Planner - Newcastle - Up to 40,000

Our client is looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join their busy operations team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced logistics environment, coordinating UK and European vehicle movements while ensuring customers receive a reliable and efficient service.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning daily transport operations, managing drivers, monitoring live deliveries, and responding quickly to operational changes to ensure shipments are completed safely, efficiently and on time.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to 40,000 depending on experience.
• Company pension.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing logistics business.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Monday to Friday working pattern (hours to be confirmed).

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule UK and European van movements.
• Coordinate daily fleet operations and driver allocations.
• Monitor live transport movements and resolve operational issues as they arise.
• Work closely with customers to plan and manage transport requirements.
• Liaise with drivers, customers and transport partners to provide regular updates.
• Ensure all transport documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain transport management systems with accurate operational information.
• Deliver high levels of customer service while ensuring on-time performance.
• Identify and implement solutions to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and transport legislation.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within Transport Planning, Freight Forwarding or Logistics.
• Strong knowledge of UK and European road networks.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and make effective decisions in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with customers and drivers.
• Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS).
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.