Our client is an International Global Freight Forwarder, specialising within the Far East, USA as their main areas. Forming partnerships to freight manage their client's global business leaving the client free to concentrate on its own core business. Their management team is totally focused on achieving higher levels of service both internally and externally.
Now due to expansion we are now recruiting for a Transport Planner to join the team in their Felixstowe location
Your role will include
* Transport Planning
* Haulage allocation and day to day management as required
* Being the focal point, for internal and external customers
* Complete all requirements and or offer alternative options to complete.
* Ensure all Haulage requirements are met by approved suppliers.
* Balance Cost and Service requirements at all times Haulage Product
* Key Accounts, sustain and develop key flow requirements and provide support to the Multimodal transport manager.
* Supplier KPI monitoring, complete and assist management
* Develop relationships with all suppliers and focal points at Shipping Lines.
* Transport system development and assistance enhancing house systems to support.
In order to apply you will have:
* FCL / LCL container movements
* Intermodal and multiple ports operations
* Been responsible for container releases
* Scheduled containers from Southampton
* Created schedules for transport
* Been responsible for booking haulage - receive and deliver
Package and Benefits:
* Salary 28,000 to 34,000 dependent upon experience
* Pension
* 22 days holiday to start
* Rewards and Discounts
* Heath care plan
* Cycle to work scheme
* Social events
* Free Parking
* Plus more
Back to searchTransport Planner - Containers
Freight Personnel
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 2AQ, England
£28000 - £34000/annum Pension, HC, 22 days holiday
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client, an International Global Freight Forwarder, is seeking a Transport Planner for their Felixstowe location due to expansion.
- The role involves transport planning, haulage allocation, and managing customer relationships while ensuring service and cost balance.
- Candidates must have experience with FCL/LCL container movements and intermodal operations, along with scheduling and booking haulage.
- The position offers a salary range of £28,000 to £34,000, depending on experience, along with various benefits including pension and healthcare.
- Applicants should possess a proven track record in container management and supplier relationship development.
