Senior Transport Planner

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Position: Senior Transport Planner

Location: Felixstowe

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000


Overview

Due to continued expansion across their UK network, our client a Logistics specialist is seeking an experienced Senior Transport Planner to take a lead role within their busy Felixstowe operation.


Role Responsibilities


  • Oversee day-to-day planning for vehicles operating from Felixstowe, London Gateway, Peterborough, and Southampton.
  • Manage a designated fleet, ensuring optimal utilisation, revenue performance, and strong customer service.
  • Build and maintain effective working relationships with drivers, providing clear communication and operational support.
  • Take ownership of live operational issues, resolving challenges quickly to maintain service continuity.
  • Ensure all VBS bookings are completed accurately and in line with port requirements.
  • Travel between depots when necessary, including routine visits to the Southampton site.


Requirements


  • At least 5 years’ experience in transport planning, including a minimum of 2 years in a senior or lead-planning position.
  • Proven background in supervising or mentoring planners
  • Strong ability to manage complex planning workloads
  • Solid understanding of UK ports, container operations, and VBS processes.
  • Competent IT skills with experience using planning or transport management systems.


Salary & Benefits


  • £40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience
  • Core office hours with occasional weekend cover shared across the planning team
  • 28 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service (up to 25 days) plus your birthday off
  • Life assurance & company pension
  • 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
  • Health & wellbeing subscription
  • Free on-site parking

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Location:
Felixstowe
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing

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