Transport Planner

Description

Position: Transport Planner

Location: Coventry

Salary: 35,000 – 40,000

Overview

Our client are looking an accomplished Transport Planner with experience in planning FTL and LTL in an express freight environment to join a busy planning team in Coventry.

The role requires experience in international import and export operations for an own fleet of 40ft articulated vehicles. Experience on the UK to Ireland lane would be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Interact with customers via email and phone to provide updates on consignmentsRespond to customer queries in a timely and professional mannerReceive and book transport movements from clientsAssign vehicles and trailers to transport movements, and communicate instructions clearly to driversEnsure clear and timely communication with clientsAdminister PODs and job pricingRequirements

At least two years' experience in road freight transport planning of 40ft articulated vehiclesExperience with FTL and LTL planning in an express freight environmentUnderstanding of driver hours, breaks, and loading limits (CPC Manager qualification not required)Basic knowledge of customs procedures between the UK and Ireland is an advantageIT literate with a strong grasp of spoken and written English (second language acceptable)Previous experience with temperature–controlled or pharmaceutical goods is an advantage; training will be providedSalary & Benefits

35,000 – 40,000Monday to Friday, with flexibility on daily shift pattern to suit business needs (office operational 06:00–20:00)Contracted hours: 42.5 per week; shift hours to be confirmed upon successful applicationAfter training, one Saturday shift in five may be required, with a day–in–lieu during the previous weekBereavement leaveCompany eventsOnsite position with free parkingBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi–disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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Ad ID: 5417712759