Intermodal Sea Logistics Planner: Cost‑Efficient Deliveries

Kuehne + Nagel; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Birmingham is seeking a Sea Logistics Intermodal Specialist. The role involves planning and executing cost-effective deliveries and managing relationships with customers and suppliers. Candidates should have experience in transport planning and a strong knowledge of UK container transport operations. This position comes with benefits including a pension plan, discounts, and a supportive wellbeing programme. Join a team committed to excellence in service delivery.

Benefits

Kuehne+Nagel pension plan

Route 2 Rewards scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK container transport operations across road and rail.
• Proven experience in transport planning or export sea logistics.
• Solid understanding of UK geography.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute deliveries with a focus on cost efficiency.
• Oversee road and rail provider volumes to ensure compliance.
• Manage restitution agreements to prevent unrecoverable costs.
• Monitor and manage automated booking systems and rate jobs.
• Address non‑conformance issues including delays and rebookings.
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Provide evidence and resolve queries related to rates.
• Drive continuous improvement in intermodal operations.

Skills

Knowledge of UK container transport operations

Transport planning experience

Communication skills

Tools

TOPs transport planning system

Job description

A leading logistics firm in Birmingham is seeking a Sea Logistics Intermodal Specialist. The role involves planning and executing cost-effective deliveries and managing relationships with customers and suppliers. Candidates should have experience in transport planning and a strong knowledge of UK container transport operations. This position comes with benefits including a pension plan, discounts, and a supportive wellbeing programme. Join a team committed to excellence in service delivery.