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Container Transport Planner
Felixstowe
Up to 38,000
If you're a proactive and experienced transport planner looking for a role within a global freight forwarding company known for valuing their employees, operating with 10 + sites in the UK and over 5,000+ customers. Then this may be the role for you!
The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating the efficient transportation of containers and ensuring timely delivery.
Benefits:
- 30k - 38k
- Cash plan
- Bonus scheme
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Electric car scheme
- And more!
Main Duties:
- Plan and coordinate the transportation of company owned vehicles and containers within the UK, ensuring compliance with regulations and customer requirements.
- Planning routes and drivers hours.
- Collaborate with carriers, suppliers, and internal teams to schedule and track shipments.
- Analyse transportation data and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- Communicate with drivers, customers, and other stakeholders to provide updates on shipment status and resolve any issues that may arise.
- Monitor the performance of transportation operations and address any delays or disruptions proactively.
Requirements:
- 2 years' experience in transport planning
- FCL and LCL operations experience
- Experience dealing with container transport
- Strong knowledge of UK transportation regulations and industry practices
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
