Transport Planner (Rail and Shipping)

JDR Group; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Hull seeks a Transport Planner to manage and ensure timely shipments. Candidates should have excellent attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and knowledge of customs procedures. The role offers professional development and a competitive benefits package including 33 days of annual holiday and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Benefits

Excellent pension and life assurance schemes

33 days of annual holiday

Cycle-to-work scheme

Access to a Benefit Hub

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan shipments and reserve capacity with suppliers.
• Provide alternatives and resolve issues for booked transit times.
• Manage instructions and communication with relevant teams.
• Monitor critical transits to ensure timely arrivals.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments.
• Handle customs and compliance efficiently.
• Support ethical working practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Knowledge of customs legislation

Job description

Location: Hull, UK

About Us

Our client prides themselves on being a trusted logistics partner across the UK and Europe. With a strong reputation for reliability, efficiency, and customer service, they specialize in providing tailored transport solutions to a wide range of industries. Their team works closely with clients to ensure every shipment is delivered on time and to the highest standard, making us a key link in their supply chain. Joining their company means being part of a fast-paced, supportive, and forward-thinking environment where your skills will help keep goods moving smoothly across borders.

Purpose of the Role

Transport Planner is responsible for planning, booking, checking and confirming shipments and rail movements within the dispatcher's area of control. The role ensures all movements are handled on time and in the most cost-effective manner, consistently exceeding customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan Shipments and Reserve Capacity: Ensure shipments are planned well in advance, reserving sufficient space with the required suppliers, and arrange batch empty moves (e.g., barge or block trains) in coordination with the Fleet Management team.
• Provide Alternatives and Resolve Issues: Offer and implement viable alternatives when jobs cannot meet booked transit times, while liaising closely with internal customer services.
• Manage Instructions and Communication: Send booking instructions in a timely manner; update and share references or booking information with relevant operations departments and intermodal suppliers.
• Monitor Critical Transits: Check that urgent units or "AC" transits arrive on terminal safely; flag and coordinate any units not arriving on time with the relevant operations team.
• Maintain Accurate Records: Update laden shipment batches and ensure SWIFT entries reflect the correct status; document reasons for non-shipments and re-plan as necessary.
• Handle Customs and Compliance: Communicate any customs-related events promptly and keep performance metrics within established parameters.
• Champion Ethical Practice: Take reasonable measures to support ethical working practices and improve the environmental impact of operational activities.

Ideal Candidate

• Highly attentive to detail with a strong commitment to quality standards.
• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Knowledgeable about customs legislation and relevant regulations.

What the Company Offers

• A culture built on trust, ownership and responsibility.
• A dynamic work environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Professional and personal development through tailored training programmes.
• A competitive benefits package, including:
• Excellent pension and life assurance schemes.
• 33 days of annual holiday (including bank holidays).
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Access to a Benefit Hub for exclusive perks and discounts.
• Comprehensive support through an Employee Assistance Programme.

How to Apply

If you have the skills and drive to excel in this role, you are encouraged to apply and join a globally recognised logistics provider that values its people and their contributions.