Junior Transport Planner: Training & Growth in Kilkenny

Elk Recruitment; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Elk Recruitment in Kilkenny is seeking a Junior Transport Planner to join our client’s growing team. The role involves assisting with route planning, scheduling deliveries, and liaising with drivers, dispatchers, and clients to ensure timely shipments.

This opportunity offers training and development, a supportive work environment, and a negotiable salary based on experience. Ideal candidates will showcase strong organizational skills and effective communication for managing multiple tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating and planning transport or logistics operations.
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders and drivers.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay organized.
• Familiarity with transport management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in planning and scheduling transport routes and deliveries for efficiency and punctuality.
• Coordinate daily communication between drivers, dispatchers, and clients to relay shipment info.
• Monitor shipments and update tracking systems accurately and promptly.
• Maintain and organize transport documentation including delivery notes and invoices.
• Support resolution of transport-related issues such as delays or route changes.
• Provide general administrative support to office operations.

Skills

Coordination

Planning

Communication

Multitasking

Office Suite

Transport software

Tools

Transport management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Elk Recruitment in Kilkenny is seeking a Junior Transport Planner to join our client’s growing team. The role involves assisting with route planning, scheduling deliveries, and liaising with drivers, dispatchers, and clients to ensure timely shipments.

This opportunity offers training and development, a supportive work environment, and a negotiable salary based on experience. Ideal candidates will showcase strong organizational skills and effective communication for managing multiple tasks.