Senior Transport Planner

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid role

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Professional development in logistics

Career progression opportunities

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Transport Planner for a leading logistics provider in East London. You will develop transport plans for regional and national distribution and leverage TMS and advanced Excel to optimise routes and costs.

The role combines remote and on-site work in a hybrid environment, requires strong analytical and negotiation skills, and offers a path for professional development within a dynamic logistics team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or a related transportation role.
• Proven experience in developing and optimizing transport plans.
• Strong knowledge of transport modes, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency with Transport Management Systems (TMS) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, managing tasks both remotely and on-site.
• Experience within the East London or broader Eastern Cape logistics landscape is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive transport plans for regional and national distribution networks.
• Optimize delivery routes, schedules, and load consolidations to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party transport providers, ensuring competitive rates and service levels.
• Utilize transport management systems (TMS) and other planning tools to enhance operational visibility and decision-making.
• Monitor carrier performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with warehouse operations, sales, and customer service teams to align transport plans with business needs.
• Analyze transport data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost savings and service improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transport regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Prepare regular reports on transport costs, performance metrics, and key initiatives for management.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and disruptions within the transport network.

Skills

4+ years experience

TMS proficiency

Advanced Excel

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Hybrid work

East London experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading logistics provider specializing in perishable goods distribution, is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to join their team in East London. This hybrid role is key to ensuring the efficient, timely, and cost-effective movement of goods throughout the Eastern Cape region and beyond. You will be responsible for developing optimal transport plans, managing carrier relationships, and leveraging technology to enhance delivery performance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, deep knowledge of transport management systems, and excellent problem-solving skills. Join a reputable company that values innovation and customer service in the vital logistics sector. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to take on more responsibility and contribute to significant operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive transport plans for regional and national distribution networks.
• Optimize delivery routes, schedules, and load consolidations to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party transport providers, ensuring competitive rates and service levels.
• Utilize transport management systems (TMS) and other planning tools to enhance operational visibility and decision-making.
• Monitor carrier performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with warehouse operations, sales, and customer service teams to align transport plans with business needs.
• Analyze transport data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost savings and service improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transport regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Prepare regular reports on transport costs, performance metrics, and key initiatives for management.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and disruptions within the transport network.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or a related transportation role.
• Proven experience in developing and optimizing transport plans.
• Strong knowledge of transport modes, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency with Transport Management Systems (TMS) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, managing tasks both remotely and on-site.
• Experience within the East London or broader Eastern Cape logistics landscape is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, commensurate with your experience and planning expertise.
• This hybrid role provides flexibility and collaboration opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits are provided.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in logistics technologies are available.
• You will join a dynamic team within a reputable and growing company.
• Paid annual leave and other company-specific benefits are part of the offering.
• This role offers a significant opportunity for career progression within the logistics sector.