Junior Transport & Fleet Planner — UK & Europe

Airport Placements; Hythe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Hythe is seeking a Junior Transport and Fleet Planner to join their growing team. This full-time role involves coordinating daily transport operations and ensuring effective communication with drivers and customers across the UK and Europe. Ideal candidates will have experience in logistics or fleet planning, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers a salary between £28,500 and £32,000 per year, with benefits including company pension and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 months of experience in road haulage, logistics or fleet planning.
• High attention to detail with multitasking abilities.
• Own transport is essential due to the location.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily transport operations using Excel.
• Communicate with drivers for collection and delivery details.
• Monitor vehicle movements and shipment progress.
• Keep customers informed on job statuses.
• Prepare weekly cost sheets for billed customers.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organisational abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Customer service approach

Problem-solving attitude

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

A logistics company in Hythe is seeking a Junior Transport and Fleet Planner to join their growing team. This full-time role involves coordinating daily transport operations and ensuring effective communication with drivers and customers across the UK and Europe. Ideal candidates will have experience in logistics or fleet planning, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers a salary between £28,500 and £32,000 per year, with benefits including company pension and private medical insurance.