Container Transport Planner

Night Shift 19. Monday Friday)

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress a career in the logistics industry and to work for one of the UKs leading logistics companies who are growing rapidly.
My well-established national client has over 40 depots, employs 3000 members of staff, completes 400,000 deliveries per year and owns over 4,000 trucks. Due to expansion and progression, they are seeking an experienced Transport operator to join their team at London Gateway depot.
All drivers are permanently employed, a regular and reliable sub-contractor base with a fleet of state-of-the-art vehicles.
Duties include
Daily management of the transport plan and ensuring all SLA requirements are adhered to
Supporting with planning routes and drivers for up to 30 vehicles daily
Communication with the local port and booking entry slots
Daily use of companies operating system - TOPS
Dealing with drivers face to face and over the phone
Liaising with sub-contractors
Liaising with clients to ensure timeddeliveries are met
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in transport operations and planning, use of computerised systems and an excellent geographicalknowledge of the UK. You must be a self-starter, xwzovoh be able to work under pressure and use your initiative to ensure all requirements are met and excellent customer service is delivered at all times.
Benefits include
Annual pay reviews
Annual individual performance related bonus (up to 10% of salary)
Life assurance cover 3 x annual salary
Pension scheme
Car allowance (senior operator level)
Excellent working environment
Full training / support