Transport Planner

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company seeks a Transport Planner to manage transport booking requirements. This role involves transport planning, haulage management, and closely collaborating with internal teams. The ideal candidate will have experience in UK haulage operations and excellent communication skills, along with opportunities for development and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with biannual bonus

Access to wellness programs and discounts

Health cash plan

Free parking

Respectful working environment

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in UK haulage operations, FCL/LCL, and warehousing.
• Knowledge of intermodal and multi-port operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage transport planning and haulage allocation.
• Act as focal point with internal and external customers.
• Monitor supplier KPIs and assist management.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Proactive Team Player

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 is 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:

1. Transport Planning
2. Haulage allocation and day-to-day management as required
3. Act as focal point with internal and external customers
4. Complete all requirements or offer alternative options
5. Ensure all haulage requirements are met by approved suppliers
6. Adapt and consider alternative requirements as needed
7. Balance cost and service requirements at all times
8. Sustain and develop key flow requirements for key accounts and support the Multimodal Transport Manager
9. Monitor supplier KPIs, complete reports, and assist management
10. Develop relationships with suppliers and shipping line focal points
11. Assist in transport system development and enhancement of house systems

Experience:

• UK haulage operations, FCL/LCL, and warehousing
• 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 a 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