Transport Planner

MTrec Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Employee benefits platform & 24/7 GP

Additional holidays based on length of

Holiday Club

Full time and permanent position

Job summary

MTrec Ltd in Sunderland is seeking a Transport Planner to manage daily schedules for a busy domestic fleet and coordinate loading with internal teams.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in a transport planning or logistics role, solid knowledge of HGV regulations, and experience with transport management systems. You will be highly organised, customer-focused, and able to work independently while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a Transport Planner or similar logistics role.
• Good knowledge of HGV transport regulations and compliance.
• Experience with transport management systems is essential.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to prioritise workload and work independently while meeting deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and business systems.
• Customer-focused with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work effectively with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Reliable, dependable and a collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily transport schedules to ensure timely deliveries and collections.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure finished goods are prepared in line with loading schedules.
• Raise purchase and sales orders using internal systems and business software.
• Coordinate shipping and haulage arrangements with freight forwarding partners.
• Prepare and complete transport and shipping documentation accurately and within required timescales.
• Oversee the loading and dispatch of customer orders.
• Resolve operational issues promptly while delivering excellent customer service.
• Maintain high standards of service by following company procedures and compliance requirements.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues.
• Contribute positively to the wider logistics team and support business objectives as required.
• Ensure the highest standards of customer and supplier care are consistently achieved.

Skills

Strong communication

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Customer-focused

Team player

Adaptability

Tools

Transport management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer:

• Full time and permanent position from day 1!

• Company contribution pension scheme

• Life insurance scheme

• Employee Benefits Platform/Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP Access

• Additional holidays – based on Length of Service

• Holiday Club

MTrec’s New Job Opportunity:

MTrec Recruitment are proudly representing our industry-leading manufacturing client in their search for a talented and experienced Transport Planner.

The successful applicant will be responsible for all elements of planning for a busy domestic fleet, and this is an ideal role for those who thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

The Job you will do:

• Plan and coordinate daily transport schedules to ensure timely deliveries and collections.

• Liaise with internal departments to ensure finished goods are prepared in line with loading schedules.

• Raise purchase and sales orders using internal systems and business software.

• Coordinate shipping and haulage arrangements with freight forwarding partners.

• Prepare and complete transport and shipping documentation accurately and within required timescales.

• Oversee the loading and dispatch of customer orders.

• Resolve operational issues promptly while delivering excellent customer service.

• Maintain high standards of service by following company procedures and compliance requirements.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues.

• Contribute positively to the wider logistics team and support business objectives as required.

• Ensure the highest standards of customer and supplier care are consistently achieved.

About you:

• At least 3 years' experience in a Transport Planner or similar logistics role.

• Good knowledge of HGV transport regulations and compliance.

• Experience with transport management systems is essential

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

• Able to prioritise workload and work independently while meeting deadlines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Confident using Microsoft Office and business systems.

• Customer-focused with strong problem-solving abilities.

• Able to work effectively with people from a wide range of backgrounds.

• Reliable, dependable and a collaborative team player.