Transport Planner at The Reed
London, London - England, United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 26

Salary

40000.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Industry

Transportation & Logistics

Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate daily transport schedules to ensure the timely delivery and collection of goods.
  • Liaise with production and internal departments to ensure goods are available in line with loading and dispatch requirements.
  • Work closely with freight forwarders to arrange haulage, shipping, and associated logistics activities.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate transport and shipping documentation within required timescales.
  • Monitor loading, dispatch, and delivery processes to maximise operational efficiency and service levels.
  • Allocate vehicles, drivers, and routes effectively to optimise transport performance.
  • Investigate and resolve transport-related issues, delays, and customer queries promptly.
  • Ensure full compliance with transport regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and logistics partners.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute positively to wider business objectives.
  • Promote outstanding customer service and supplier engagement at all times.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A minimum of 3 years' experience within transport planning, logistics, or a similar operational environment.
  • Strong knowledge of HGV regulations, road transport legislation, and compliance requirements.
  • Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS); knowledge of Webfleet would be advantageous.
  • Excellent organisational and planning skills with strong attention to detail.
  • The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with a range of stakeholders.
  • A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.


Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate daily transport schedules to ensure the timely delivery and collection of goods.
  • Liaise with production and internal departments to ensure goods are available in line with loading and dispatch requirements.
  • Work closely with freight forwarders to arrange haulage, shipping, and associated logistics activities.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate transport and shipping documentation within required timescales.
  • Monitor loading, dispatch, and delivery processes to maximise operational efficiency and service levels.
  • Allocate vehicles, drivers, and routes effectively to optimise transport performance.
  • Investigate and resolve transport-related issues, delays, and customer queries promptly.
  • Ensure full compliance with transport regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and logistics partners.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute positively to wider business objectives.
  • Promote outstanding customer service and supplier engagement at all times.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A minimum of 3 years' experience within transport planning, logistics, or a similar operational environment.
  • Strong knowledge of HGV regulations, road transport legislation, and compliance requirements.
  • Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS); knowledge of Webfleet would be advantageous.
  • Excellent organisational and planning skills with strong attention to detail.
  • The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with a range of stakeholders.
  • A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.


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