We are seeking an experienced International FTL Transport Planner to work for a well-established company in Dover. This is a fixed-term contract for 1 year of Maternity cover that could lead to a permanent position. Transport Planner Key Responsibilities : Planning of vehicles taking load factors, customer opening hours, driving hours and all other legal requirements into consideration Profit & Loss responsibility Control on a daily basis to ensure that collection and deliveries are carried out as per instructions Timely and effective communication between office, customers, sub-contractors and drivers and any other parties involved in the process Using your own initiative to make decisions relevant to your area of control Administration Commercial representation Assist in other areas within the business as and when required. Covering Groupage Areas across the weekend and out of hours. Understanding how processes work. Ensuring processes are adhered to and updated when needed. Experience Required: At least three years of experience in the haulage/freight forwarding industry, with a good understanding of all aspects of fleet and driver management, scheduling and planning, working time and duty (WTD), and tachographs. IT literate in Microsoft Office packages and can compile, analyse and interpret relevant data Extensive knowledge and application of health and safety procedures