Transport Planner

Noel Recruitment Group; Ashbourne; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Ireland is seeking a skilled Transport Planner to work with a top Logistics company in Ashbourne. The successful candidate will be responsible for scheduling job orders, coordinating with drivers, and ensuring timely deliveries. Applicants should have strong problem-solving and communication skills, alongside excellent computer capabilities. This permanent full-time role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to effective logistics management.

Qualifications

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work within a team.
• Confident communicator with great organisational skills.
• Excellent computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Effectively schedule and monitor job orders using transport management software.
• Coordinate loads/orders with the transportation team and drivers.
• Plan, manage and consolidate loads for cost-effective transportation.
• Engage directly with clients to provide updates on job delivery times.
• Routine administration and general office duties.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Computer skills

Job description

Role: Transport Planner

Job Type: Permanent/Full time

Location: Ashbourne, Co Meath

Start Date: As soon as possible

Noel Group are currently partnered with a top Logistics company that operate a fleet of 55 HGV's across Ireland and Europe servicing various industry sectors including the food, retail and pharma industries. They also offer warehousing services from their base in Ashbourne.

We are currently recruiting a highly motivated and professional domestic/export/import planners based at our office in Ashbourne, Co Meath.

Responsibilities include:

• Effectively scheduling and monitoring job orders received from our clients using our transport management software.
• Coordinate and organise loads/orders with the transportation team and drivers.
• Plan, manage and consolidate loads and routes to ensure cost effective transportation and that orders are completed on time.
• Work closely with drivers to ensure jobs are in line with customer requirements and specifications.
• Engage directly with clients to provide regular updates on job collection/delivery times.
• Routine Administration & General Office Duties.

Applicant Requirements:

• Excellent problem-solving skills with clear decision-making and the ability to work within a team on multiple tasks, as well as being self‑reliant and self‑directed.
• Confident communicator with great organisational skills and the ability to present themselves clearly & effectively.
• Excellent computer skills are essential.
• Salary DOE

Skills:

Transport planning transport

Transport Planner Logistics Supply Chain