Transport Planner – £40k – Essex
Permanent – Fulltime – 37.5hrs pwk
Do you have experience coordinating and managing sea freight to the USA?
We’re seeking a highly organised transport planner to join an established manufacturing operation and take ownership of planning transportation globally, particularly in the USA. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment & have good knowledge of export documentation, and are looking for autonomy and a role to make your own, this could be your next great opportunity!!
About the Role:
As Transport Planner, you’ll be at the heart of our client’s operations —coordinating transport bookings, liaising with third-party carriers, tracking international shipments, and managing inbound warehouse logistics. As a transport planner, you will be pivotal in ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of goods across their supply chain, particularly in the USA!
Day to Day:
- Coordinate and book transport with customers, ensuring clear communication and delivery requirements.
- Liaise with third-party carriers to manage shipment schedules.
- Track international shipments and resolve any transit issues.
- Oversee warehouse inbound logistics to ensure timely and efficient deliveries.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Analyse transport data to identify efficiencies and cost savings.
- Build strong relationships with internal teams, customers, and transport partners.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.
- Support process improvements across logistics and supply chain functions.
Experience:
- Proven leadership and communication skills.
- Strong Excel proficiency (formulas, pivot tables, analysis).
- Exceptional organisation, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
- Knowledge of manufacturing and international freight operations.
- Experience in FMCG or consumer goods environments is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with WMS and logistics project management.
What’s on Offer
- 37.5 hour week
- 25 days holiday growing with length of service
- Company sick pay
- Income Protection
- Life Assurance
- Private Health Care
- Cycle to work
- Enhanced Pension Scheme – 4% matched
- Opportunity to develop and grow your logistics and supply chain career via professional development opportunities.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
We are actively interviewing now and shortlisting for our client asap. This is a three stage interview process starting with a video meeting. Don’t miss out – apply today or contact Samantha Chambers for a confidential chat about this opportunity!
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