Transport Planner

ARC Group; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run haulage company in Greater Lincolnshire is looking for a proactive Transport Planner to support operations. Responsibilities include load planning, compliance assurance, and customer engagement. The ideal candidate is highly organised, a strong communicator, and a team player. Starting salary at GBP37,000+ depending on experience with an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised and able to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to work under own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support load planning and route maximisation.
• Ensure compliance with driver regulations.
• Engage with customers and resolve service issues.
• Assist in business development and customer leads.
• Complete driver debriefs and arrange training.

Skills

Previous transport experience

Communicate effectively

Work under pressure

Team player

Education

Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Tools

Transport Management Software

Job description

Transport Planner - Immediate Start!

Join a Stable, Family-Run Haulage Company (130+ Years)

Job Summary

An exceptional opportunity has arisen to join a small, close-knit team at a highly respected and long-established family-run haulage company (operating for over 130 years).

We are seeking a proactive Transport Planner for an immediate start to support our operations in the Sturton by Stow, Lincolnshire area.

Starting Salary: Minimum GBP37,000 Plus per annum (Depending on Experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Load Planning: Provide support in the planning of loads and routes to maximise vehicle utilisation.

• Compliance: Assist in ensuring all planned loads comply with Driver Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.

• Customer Engagement: Proactively communicate with customers to ensure excellent customer relationships and quickly deal with and resolve any service issues, incidents, or accidents.

• Business Development: Assist in the development of new customer leads, including support with tenders and customer presentations.

• Driver Support: Assist in completing driver debriefs and arranging driver training where required.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, capable of demonstrating strong written and verbal skills, and ready to work effectively within a small team environment.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Previous transport experience is essential.

• The ability to work under your own initiative and to thrive under pressure.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both customers and HGV Drivers.

• A strong team player who is capable of working well within a small, close-knit team dynamic.

Desirable Skills:

• Holding a Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) is highly desirable.

• Experience using a Transport Management Software platform.

Do you have the compliance knowledge and team-player attitude to join our stable firm?

APPLY NOW for an immediate start!