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Transport Planner 

East London 

Salary up to £35k DOE 

10am - 8pm

Monday - Friday

Are you ready to take the next step in your logistics career? We’re looking for a motivated and detail-driven Transport Planner to become a vital part of a fast-moving transport operation in East London. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of daily operations—coordinating routes, solving problems on the fly, and ensuring smooth communication between customers, drivers, and depots. If you enjoy staying one step ahead, working with purpose, and making things happen, this is your chance to join a team that values reliability, efficiency, and great service.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate efficient delivery and collection schedules within the pallet network

Handle incoming and outgoing communication with customers, drivers, and depots

Book jobs into internal systems with a high level of accuracy

Liaise with drivers for end-of-day debriefs, handovers, and shift briefings

Respond to telephone and email enquiries professionally and promptly

Ensure compliance with company procedures and relevant transport legislation

What You'll Need

Previous experience in a transport/logistics planning or coordination role

Strong administrative background with excellent attention to detail

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Confident telephone manner and ability to handle queries effectively

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Ability to prioritise tasks, work independently, and maintain a flexible, solutions-oriented mindset

Comfortable working in a busy, deadline-driven environment

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Company pension scheme (NEST)

Private medical insurance (after 12 months' service)

On-site parking

Casual dress code

20 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays

This role is being handled by Sam Hasler, Transport, Logistics & Distribution Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

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