Transport Planner

Premier Recruitment Group; Erith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production company in Erith is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join their Transport Department. This role involves planning daily transport schedules, building relationships with sub-contractors, and maintaining transport records. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in Transport Planning, strong geographical knowledge of the UK, and excellent organizational skills. This is a 12-month contract position with a pay rate of £14.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Transport Planning role.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and produce daily transport schedules.
• Build relationships with sub-contractor partners.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date transport records.
• Conduct driver debriefs and follow up on CAPAs.
• Support the export delivery planning process.

Skills

Transport Planning

Geographical knowledge of the UK

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Customer service experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Start Date: August 2025
Temp to 12-Month Contract (for the right person)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
Pay Rate: £14.50 per hour

About the Role

Premier Recruitment Group is proud to be partnering with a leading production company based in Erith, seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join their Transport Department.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced team while supporting the delivery of a cost-effective and efficient daily transport operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and produce daily transport schedules in a cost-effective manner
• Build relationships with sub-contractor partners
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date transport records
• Conduct driver debriefs and follow up on CAPAs including root-cause analysis
• Support the export delivery planning process
• Provide admin support to internal teams and external customers
• Deliver excellent customer service across all touchpoints
• Commit to ongoing personal and professional development
• Carry out additional tasks as directed by management

Person Specification

• Previous experience in a Transport Planning role
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• A proactive and independent worker who can also operate well in a team
• Customer service experience is desirable

Interested? Let's Talk!

To apply or learn more, please contact:
Kirsty Cutts - Senior Recruitment Consultant
07737 865 614