Transport Planner

Job Title: Transport Planner
Location: Co. Louth
Client: Leading Transport Firm

Role Overview

Our client, a well-established transport firm, is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in transport planning, strong knowledge of traffic management, and excellent route planning capabilities across Ireland and Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily transport planning for collections and deliveries, ensuring operational efficiency.

• Plan and cost effective solutions for transporting out-of-gauge cargo across Europe.

• Act as the main point of contact for drivers; manage rosters and ensure compliance with EU working time regulations.

• Liaise with clients to maintain high service standards and build long-term relationships.

• Continuously improve delivery processes, cost efficiency, and systems.

• Monitor and optimize fleet tracking and performance.

Skills & Experience

• 3+ years in transport planning, scheduling, or logistics coordination.

• Strong understanding of national and international traffic laws and systems.

• Experienced in managing 3rd party hauliers; solid grasp of cost drivers.

• Excellent multitasking, organisational, and communication skills.

• Proficient in Word, Excel (essential), and PowerPoint.

• Geographical knowledge of Ireland and continental Europe.

• CPC certification is advantageous.

Core Competencies

• Logical decision-making and problem-solving under pressure.

• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively.

• Flexible and proactive approach to planning and operations.