Job description
VANRATH are assisting with the recruitment of a Transport Planner for a major company that specialises in Global Logistics.
This is a Full-time position - Night shift hours
Permanent position - Position of work is Ballymena
Salary:
Negotiable + Fantastic Benefits package & Growth Opportunities
Responsibilities:
- Plan load activity based on priorities (orders, location, etc.)
- Monitor customer requests, allocate jobs, and issue instructions
- Keep up to date with transport issues and adjust schedules as needed
- Communicate fleet availability and updates to the wider team
- Liaise with drivers and colleagues to ensure timely collections and deliveries
- Pre-brief and de-brief drivers on nightly runs
- Record collection/delivery statuses and escalate discrepancies appropriately
- Troubleshoot transport-related issues in real-time
The Ideal Person:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Exceptional attention to detail with excellent administrative abilities
- Able to work well independently and as part of a team
- Flexible and adaptable in a high-pressure environment
- Excellent time management and workload prioritisation
- CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) is an advantage but not essential
For further information on this vacancy, or any other jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves in the strictest confidence.
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