Junior Transport Manager

VanRath; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major logistics company in Ballymena is seeking a Transport Planner for full-time night shift work. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage time effectively. The position includes planning load activities, monitoring schedules, and collaborating with drivers. A CPC qualification is advantageous but not essential, with a negotiable salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Fantastic benefits package

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Exceptional attention to detail with excellent administrative abilities.
• Able to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent time management and workload prioritisation.

Responsibilities

• Plan load activity based on priorities (orders, location, etc.).
• Monitor customer requests, allocate jobs, and issue instructions.
• Keep up to date with transport issues and adjust schedules as needed.
• Communicate fleet availability and updates to the wider team.
• Liaise with drivers and colleagues to ensure timely collections and deliveries.
• Pre-brief and de-brief drivers on nightly runs.
• Record collection/delivery statuses and escape discrepancies appropriately.
• Troubleshoot transport-related issues in real-time.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Ability to work independently

Flexibility in high-pressure environments

Education

CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)

Job description

VANRATH are assisting with the recruitment of a Transport Planner for a major company that specialises in Global Logistics.

This is a Full-time position - Night shift hours

Permanent position - Position of work is Ballymena

Salary:

Negotiable + Fantastic Benefits package & Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

• Plan load activity based on priorities (orders, location, etc.)
• Monitor customer requests, allocate jobs, and issue instructions
• Keep up to date with transport issues and adjust schedules as needed
• Communicate fleet availability and updates to the wider team
• Liaise with drivers and colleagues to ensure timely collections and deliveries
• Pre-brief and de-brief drivers on nightly runs
• Record collection/delivery statuses and escape discrepancies appropriately
• Troubleshoot transport-related issues in real-time

The Ideal Person

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Exceptional attention to detail with excellent administrative abilities
• Able to work well independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and adaptable in a high-pressure environment
• Excellent time management and workload prioritisation
• CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) is an advantage but not essential

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