Transport Planner

Transport Planner – Felixstowe, Suffolk

Salary: £27,500 – £45,000 DOE | Career Growth | Great Benefits

Are you an organised, driven Transport Planner with a passion for logistics and the container industry? We’re recruiting on behalf of a well‑established and growing client for a Transport Planner based in Felixstowe, working closely with operations at London Gateway.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team where your planning expertise and people skills will truly make an impact.

• Plan transport operations from Felixstowe and London Gateway using allocated traffic sheets
• Manage assigned vehicles to meet revenue targets and service levels
• Build strong relationships with drivers and maintain clear communication
• Resolve same-day operational issues efficiently
• Book and manage VBS slots accurately

• Proven ability to plan traffic under pressure
• Knowledge of Truckcom (preferred)
• Understanding of port operations and VBS systems
• Experience with in haulage/container logistics
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Confident multitasker who thrives on deadlines
• Good IT skills

• Competitive salary £27,500 – £45,000 DOE
• 20 days holiday rising to 25 with service
• Birthday day off after probation
• Life assurance & pension scheme
• Free 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
• Free health & wellbeing subscription
• On-site parking

Join a company that values teamwork, invests in its people, and operates at the heart of the UK’s busiest container ports. If you’re motivated, detail‑focused, and ready to grow your logistics career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us confidentially to learn more!