Transport Planner

ZipRecruiter; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer near Chelmsford is seeking a Transport Planner to oversee export transportation aligned with production schedules. The role involves coordinating logistics, managing shipments, and ensuring efficient movement across supply chains, particularly in the USA. With a focus on operational efficiency, the ideal candidate will have strong logistics experience and a solid understanding of international freight operations.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Company sick pay

Private health care

Cycle-to-work scheme

Enhanced pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics/supply chain within production or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of international freight operations.

Responsibilities

• Synchronise transport logistics with production output.
• Manage complex inbound logistics and ensure schedule accuracy.
• Liaise with third-party carriers for timely shipments.

Skills

Logistics

Transport Planning

Data Analysis

Communication

Tools

Excel

WMS

Job description

Job Description

Transport Planner – £40,000 – Chelmsford

37.5 hours per week| Permanent | Full-time

Do you have experience planning export transportation in line with production schedules?

We're hiring a Transport Planner for a globally successful manufacturer near Chelmsford. We are looking for experience in planning transportation around production planning challenges. Experience within a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment is essential for this role. As transport planner, you'll ensure goods' smooth and efficient movement across global supply chains, particularly in the USA.

You will coordinate transportation activities, liaise with third-party carriers, and track international shipments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working hand in hand with the Production Team to synchronise transport logistics with production output and demand requirements.
• Manage complex inbound logistics to warehouses, ensuring schedule accuracy and stock availability.
• Managing the booking of transport, collaborating with customers and internal teams.
• Liaise with third-party carriers and logistics providers to manage timely shipments.
• Maintain accurate export documentation and logistics records – BOL, commercial invoices, Certs of .
• Analyse transport data to identify operational efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Previous experience in a logistics/supply chain role within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of international freight operations and transport planning
• Export documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificate of and bill of lading
• Confident Excel user (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis).
• Familiarity with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and logistics project coordination.

What's on Offer:

• 37.5-hour working week
• 25 days holiday (increasing with service)
• Company sick pay, income protection, and life assurance
• Private health care and cycle-to-work scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme – 4% matched
• Genuine career progression and professional development opportunities

We're actively interviewing now, beginning with a video interview. Don't delay — apply today or contact Sarah Palmer for a confidential discussion.