Transport Planner

Lori Walsh Recruitment; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company is seeking a Transport Planner to optimize logistics operations from their London Gateway or Felixstowe offices. You will be involved in planning, resource allocation, and leveraging tools like TOPS. This role requires a strong background in haulage and container transport, focusing on seamless coordination across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in Haulage and Container Transport.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office.
• Multi-port and inland terminal experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day planning and resource allocation across UK locations.
• Monitoring and adapting schedules to meet changing demands.
• Assisting with KPI tracking and utilizing TOPS and Microsoft Office tools.

Skills

Resource Allocation

Logistics Coordination

KPI Tracking

Microsoft Office

Tools

TOPS

VBS

Job description

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Our client, a very well established Transport company is now seeking a Transport Planner to work either at their London Gateway office or based in the Felixstowe Branch.

The client is looking for talented individuals to join their Central Planning Team, where you’ll play a crucial role in organising and optimising our logistics operations.

Key responsibilities include:-

• Managing day-to-day planning and resource allocation across UK locations, collaborating with operators, port supervisors, and drivers for seamless workflows, and supporting the Customer Service team with planning-related queries.
  
• You will monitor and adapt schedules to meet changing demands, optimise fleet usage, assist with KPI tracking, and utilize TOPS and Microsoft Office tools to streamline planning processes.
  
• Multi-port and inland terminal experience and strong Microsoft Office skills are preferred. Initial training will be based at London Gateway.
  

Location: London Gateway & Felixstowe

Salary: Depending on Experience

Requirements

Must have experience in working for Haulage company and dealt with Container Transport and the use of VBS and TOPS.