Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact?
We are looking for motivated, reliable, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team in a rewarding role where your skills and dedication will be truly valued.
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive environment, contribute to a dynamic organisation, and develop your career with a company that recognises and rewards hard work.
If you’re passionate about what you do and eager to be part of a team driven by success, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Be Doing
The Brokerage Subcon Planner is responsible for supporting transport operations by processing transactions, maintaining accurate records, liaising with clients and counterparties, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and company procedures. The role requires excellent attention to detail, strong administrative capabilities, and the ability to work in a fast-paced financial services environment.
Transport Brokerage & Load Planning
- Source suitable hauliers and subcontractors for transport requirements.
- Obtain competitive quotations and negotiate rates where appropriate.
- Match loads with available carriers to maximise efficiency and profitability.
- Support daily transport planning activities.
Carrier & Customer Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with approved subcontractors and customers.
- Provide updates on shipment status and resolve service issues quickly.
- Coordinate collection and delivery schedules with all stakeholders.
Administration & Compliance
- Maintain accurate records of bookings, rates, PODs, and transport documentation.
- Ensure all subcontractors meet company compliance requirements, including insurance and operator licences.
- Support invoice verification and transport cost control processes.
Operational Support
- Monitor daily movements and proactively manage delivery issues.
- Escalate delays or service failures where necessary.
- Work closely with warehouse, transport, and customer service teams to ensure seamless operations.
About You
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above).
- Good level of computer literacy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Previous administrative experience.
- Experience working in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong organisational and planning abilities.
- Good geographical knowledge of the UK.
- Ability to work under pressure and make informed decisions.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to build effective working relationships.
- Competent in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Desirable
- Transport, Logistics or Supply Chain qualification.
- CPC Transport Operations knowledge.
- Training on transport management systems (TMS).
- Experience within a transport, logistics, haulage, warehousing, or freight operation.
- Experience dealing with subcontract hauliers.
- Experience using transport planning or fleet management systems.
- Knowledge of transport legislation and operator compliance.
- Understanding of haulage rates and transport costing.
- Knowledge of KPIs within a logistics environment.
- Familiarity with POD management and customer service processes.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, reward your contribution, and help you thrive both professionally and personally. As part of our team, you can expect:
- Competitive salary, with regular reviews
- Holiday allowance, plus bank holidays, with opportunities to increase with service
- Pension scheme, to support your future financial security
- Training and development opportunities, to help you grow your skills and career
- Employee support programmes, for health and wellbeing
- Friendly and inclusive working environment, where your contribution is valued
- Opportunities for progression, within a growing organisation
We believe in recognising hard work and creating a workplace where employees feel supported, motivated, and proud to be part of the team.
Reference Number: 017
Pay: £32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Language:
Work Location: In person
