Transport Planner

SER (Staffing) Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics staffing agency is seeking a proactive Transport Planner to join their team in Erith. You will plan daily deliveries and liaise with drivers and subcontractors to ensure efficient operations. Ideal candidates possess strong communication and organisational skills and have experience in transport planning or pallet networks. This position offers a competitive salary and a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport planning or pallet networks.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems effectively.
• Knowledge of UK road transport regulations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily transport operations for timely deliveries.
• Communicate with customers, drivers, and subcontractors.
• Monitor delivery progress and handle operational issues.
• Support drivers with route planning and day-to-day queries.
• Provide excellent customer service by managing client expectations.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation.
• Maintain accurate records of transport activities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Job description

Transport PlannerErithUp to GBP35,000 DOE20 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

About the Role

My client is seeking a proactive and organised Transport Planner to join their team in Erith. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication and planning skills who thrives in a fast-paced logistics environment.

As a Transport Planner, you will be responsible for planning daily deliveries, liaising closely with drivers and subcontractors, and ensuring a smooth and efficient operation that meets customer

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily transport operations to ensure timely deliveries and collections.
• Communicate effectively with customers, drivers, and subcontractors to coordinate transport plans.
• Monitor delivery progress and address any operational issues or delays.
• Support drivers with route planning, documentation, and day-to-day queries.
• Provide excellent customer service by keeping clients informed and managing expectations.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records of transport activities, costs, and performance.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in transport planning or Pallet Networks
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems effectively.
• Knowledge of UK road transport regulations and geography is advantageous.