European Transport Planner

Plan and coordinate European transport operations, working with subcontractors and owner drivers to ensure efficient, cost-effective delivery across the UK and Europe. Drive operational performance by optimising routes, maximising utilisation, resolving issues proactively, and supporting profitable freight forwarding activities.Client DetailsOur client is a well-established and growing freight forwarding business based in Dartford specialising in European road transport. With a strong reputation for service delivery and operational excellence, they work closely with a network of owner drivers and subcontractors to provide reliable, cost-effective logistics solutions across the UK and mainland Europe.Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a European Transport Planner to join their operations team.DescriptionReporting into the Operations Manager, the European Transport Planner will be responsible for coordinating and optimising daily international transport movements.Key responsibilities include:Planning and coordinating collections and deliveries across the UK and EuropeAllocating work to a network of owner drivers and subcontractorsMaximising vehicle utilisation and minimising empty runningMonitoring delivery schedules and proactively resolving operational issuesBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with transport partnersEnsuring all transport activities are commercially viable and cost-efficientSupporting revenue growth through effective freight forwarding ..... full job details .....