PSM Recruitment 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 Maternity cover, that could lead to a permanent position.

Salary £35,000

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 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' experience in the haulage/freight forwarding industry and having a good understanding of all aspects of fleet and driver management, scheduling/planning, WTD and tachographs.

IT literate in Microsoft Office packages and have the ability to compile, analyse and interpret relevant data

Extensive knowledge and application of health and safety procedures

If you possess the necessary qualifications and are passionate about optimising transportation processes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Transport Planner