Transport Planner

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom is looking for a Transport Planner to join their Transport team. The role involves managing transport booking requirements, coordinating between departments, and ensuring efficiency in haulage services. Key responsibilities include developing supplier relationships, handling logistics operations, and enhancing transport systems.

Benefits

Competitive salary with biannual bonus

Health cash plan

Access to benefits and discounts

Opportunities for training and development

Respectful working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in UK haulage operations and intermodal transport.
• Strong geographic knowledge and container inventory skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage haulage allocation and act as a focal point for customers.
• Monitor supplier KPIs and manage weekly performance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and shipping lines.

Skills

Communication

Planning

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Powered by industry-leading Metro technology, Metro delivers import/export air, ocean, and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics, and specialised services in retail, manufacturing, and chemicals.

At Metro, it's our innovative technologies, pushing boundaries, and most importantly, our employees that set us apart.

Metro is seeking a Transport Planner to join our Transport team, supporting internal departments and working with the Intermodal Manager to manage transport booking requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Haulage allocation and daily management as required
• Serve as focal point with internal and external customers
• Complete all requirements or offer alternative options
• Ensure haulage requirements are met by approved suppliers
• Adapt and consider alternative requirements as needed
• Balance cost and service requirements
• Support key accounts, develop key flow requirements, and assist the Multimodal Transport Manager
• Monitor supplier KPIs and assist management
• Develop relationships with suppliers and shipping lines
• Assist in transport system development and enhancement of house systems

Experience:

• UK haulage operation, FCL/LCL, and warehousing operations
• Intermodal and multi-port operations
• Good geographic and container inventory knowledge

General Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong planning and attention to detail
• Proactive team player with excellent time management and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office applications
• Understanding of the importance of attention to detail and its commercial impact

Why choose Metro?

• Competitive salary with biannual bonus
• Access to benefits, discounts, and wellness programs including gym memberships, restaurants, retail, and more
• Health cash plan
• Octopus Electric Vehicle car scheme
• Free parking
• Respectful working environment
• Opportunities for training and development