Felixstowe Transport Planner: Route Optimization & Bonus

Sterling Recruitment Solutions; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Felixstowe is looking for an experienced Transport Planner. The role involves planning vehicle movements efficiently, coordinating container logistics, and managing relationships with hauliers. Candidates should possess significant transport planning experience, strong knowledge of UK routes, and compliance with transport legislation. This position offers a competitive salary and bonus scheme in a professional office environment.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Annual bonus scheme

Opportunity to work for a market-leading firm

Structured working hours

Qualifications

• Significant experience in transport planning, specifically within the Felixstowe port or container logistics sector.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK and major arterial routes.
• Thorough understanding of transport legislation and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently plan and route vehicle movements for maximum fleet utilization.
• Coordinate timely collection and delivery of goods, focusing on container logistics.
• Manage relationships with third-party hauliers and subcontractors, including rate negotiation.

Skills

Transport planning

UK geographical knowledge

Transport legislation compliance

Logistics software proficiency

Communication skills

Multitasking under pressure

Tools

Transport Management System (TMS)

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

A leading logistics provider in Felixstowe is looking for an experienced Transport Planner. The role involves planning vehicle movements efficiently, coordinating container logistics, and managing relationships with hauliers. Candidates should possess significant transport planning experience, strong knowledge of UK routes, and compliance with transport legislation. This position offers a competitive salary and bonus scheme in a professional office environment.