Transport Planner

Position:
Transport Planner

Location:

Felixstowe
Salary: £30,000 - £55,000 (dependent on experience)

Overview
Due to continued expansion across their UK network, our client, a leading logistics specialist, is looking to hire both a Transport Planner and a Senior Transport Planner to join their busy operation.

This is a great opportunity for candidates at different stages of their career - whether you have solid planning experience and are looking to develop, or you are an experienced planner ready to take a lead role within a fast-paced container haulage environment.

Role Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate daily vehicle movements across Felixstowe and London Gateway
Manage fleet utilisation to maximise efficiency, service levels, and revenue
Maintain strong communication with drivers, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
Respond to and resolve live operational issues in a timely manner
Ensure all VBS bookings are completed accurately and in line with port requirements

Previous experience in transport planning (all levels considered)

Experience with in container haulage and port operations
Understanding of VBS systems and port processes
Knowledge of TOPS (advantageous)
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage planning pressures

Senior Level Criteria

Minimum 5 years' transport planning experience
Proven ability to manage complex planning operations and take ownership of decision-making
Experience mentoring or supporting junior planners is advantageous

Salary & Benefits

Transport Planner: £30,000 - £45,000
Senior Transport Planner: £45,000 - £55,000
45 hours per week, Monday to Friday + on-call weekends as required
28 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service + birthday off
Life insurance & company pension
24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
Health & wellbeing subscription
Free on-site parking

Bennett 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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