Transport Planner - Felixstowe
Our client, a transport company, is currently looking for an experienced Container Transport Planner to join their team at Felixstowe, UK.
As Transport Planner, you will be tasked to route plan company-owned vehicles across the UK.
Job type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00-18:00 (1 hour break)
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
* Routing company-owned vehicles
* Planning routes as cost-effectively as possible
* Planning routes in line with WTD and Drivers Hours
* Keeping all customers up to date
* Completing all necessary admin tasks
* Working with the Manager to ensure that all vehicles comply with company standards
* Performing and correctly implementing general administration, e.g., costing, agreeing charge rates with contractors, and handling queries in accordance with the company's requirements.
The Requirements:
* Extensive transport route planning skills
* Experience with container transport
* Excellent geographical knowledge
* Strong communication skills
* Knowledge of TOPS, Destin8, and VBS Systems - required
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