Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsPrevious manualing planning experience across Europe is essential Knowledge of Belgium, Netherlands, France and Italy transport markets desiredAbout Our ClientOur client is a well-established and growing freight forwarding business based in Dartford specialising in European road transport. With a strong reputation for service delivery and operational excellence, they work closely with a network of owner drivers and subcontractors to provide reliable, cost-effective logistics solutions across the UK and mainland Europe.Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a European Transport Planner to join their operations team.Job DescriptionReporting into the Operations Manager, the European Transport Planner will be responsible for coordinating and optimising daily international transport movements.Key responsibilities include:Planning and coordinating collections and deliveries across the UK and EuropeAllocating work to a network of owner drivers and subcontractorsMaximising vehicle utilisation and minimising empty runningMonitoring delivery schedules and proactively resolving operational issuesBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with transport partnersEnsuring all transport activities are commercially viable and cost-efficientSupporting revenue growth through effective freight forwarding opportunitiesMaintaining accurate operational data, pricing structures and system updatesHandling invoice queries and supporting KPI reportingThe Successful ApplicantThe successful European Transport Planner candidate will have:Experience within road freight operations or transport planningStrong understanding of UK and European transport networksExcellent organisational and problem-solving skillsAbility to operate effectively in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication and stakeholder management capabilitiesCommercial awareness with a focus on cost control and profitabilityDesiredExperience planning European road freight movementsExposure to owner driver and subcontractor networksKnowledge of key European markets (e.g. Benelux, France, Italy)Understanding of freight forwarding and margin managementWhat's on OfferCompetitive salary packageOpportunity to join a growing and dynamic freight forwarding businessExposure to international logistics operationsCareer development within transport planning and operationsLogistics Distribution and Supply ChainContactBen DunmoreQuote job refJN-062026-7047698Phone number+442072692133Job summaryJob functionLogisticsSubsectorImport/ExportSectorTransport & DistributionLocationDartfordContract typePermanentConsultant nameBen DunmoreConsultant phone+442072692133Job referenceJN-062026-7047698
