Transport Planner

Our client, a freight forwarder is looking for a Transport Planner to join their office in Basildon.

n this role, you will be responsible for container haulage planning delivery orders on behalf of some of the largest retail clients in the UK, building great professional relationships with customers, other haulage providers and tipping/collection locations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a growing supply chain & logistics talent to join a renowned UK based container haulage company and drive continuous improvements

RESPONSIBILITIES - TRANSPORT PLANNER
- Transport planning for a fleet of HGV''s.
- Driver de-brief.
- Operational administration as required.
- Ad-Hoc transport office duties.

DESIRED SKILLS - TRANSPORT PLANNER
- Excellent communication skills.
- An understanding of compliance within the transport industry.
- Ability to build positive working relations with customers, suppliers and colleagues.
- Must be IT literate (Including working knowledge of Microsoft Excel).
- The ability to working under pressure within a busy transport office.
- Experience in an operational role in a logistics or haulage business.
- Working knowledge of a modern transport system

IN RETURN
- A highly competitive salary.
- Vast opportunities to develop your own skills with in the business.
- Opportunities to gain industry and nationally recognised qualifications.
- The chance to work alongside industry experts.
- Working with a leading organisation within the transport industry.