Transport planner Work, Jobs in Bedford (with Salaries)

Transport Planner
2Excel Logistics Ltd —Bedford
- £30,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Free parking
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13d
Senior Transport Planner - General Haulage
3FT Haulage LTD —Bedford
- £35,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- IT
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Contracts Transport Planner
Hertfordshire County Council —Stevenage
- £38,220 - £41,771 a year
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- English
- School
3d
Transport Officer/Senior Transport Officer
North Hertfordshire District Council —Letchworth
- £39,522 - £50,383 a year
- Call to connect
- Hybrid work
- Flexible schedule
HGV Transport Planner
Secured Transport —Biggleswade
- £27,000 - £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Free parking
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4d
Logistics Planner and Coordinator
Pelican Products, Inc. —Leighton Buzzard
- £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
10d
Transport Operator
Yusen Logistics (UK) —Northampton
- £31,300 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Referral programme
10d
Senior/ Principal Transport Planner
Rappor —Bedford
- Full-time
- CAD
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Logistics Planner
Yusen Logistics (UK) —Northampton
- £31,125.55 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Referral programme
13d
Transport Planner
Stantec —Northampton
- Engineering
- University
Transport Operator (Nights)
Yusen Logistics (UK) —Northampton
- £29,536.38 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- IT
- Communication skills
- Referral programme
10d
Senior / Principal Transport Planner
Stantec —Northampton
- Leadership
- Paid training
- Employee discount
Transport Manager
Romac Logistics —Luton
- £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
13d
Senior Project Manager - Rail and Roads
NBCUniversal —Bedford
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Project management
Demand Planning Manager
Medik8 —Aylesbury
- £50,000 - £60,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- Mentoring
- Employee discount
Quick apply
5d
Trainee Traffic Operator - 4on/4off
Maritime Transport —Northampton
- Full-time
- Customer service
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Warehouse Administrator/Planner
BKM TRANSPORT UK LTD —Kettering
- £24,420 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Warehouse experience
- Free parking
Quick apply
7d
Principal Urban Designer
Bedford Borough Council —Bedford
- £52,413 - £56,676 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- English
HGV Class 1 Driver
Greatway T&C —Milton Keynes
- £200 a day
- Weekend availability
- Driving
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Quick apply
9d
CE Lorry Driver Required
Heverin Haulage LTD —Flamstead
- From £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- English
- Driving
Quick apply

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Transport Planner

2Excel Logistics Ltd
Bedford

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Job details

Permanent
£30,000 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Customer service
Computer literacy
Logistics
Administrative experience
Organisational skills
Typing
Phone etiquette
Communication skills
Office experience

Full job description

We are looking for a Transport Planner who understands that in this industry, every minute and every mile counts. If you are a strategic thinker who lives for the "win" of a perfectly optimized route, we want you on our team.What You'll Bring:

Proven experience in transport planning, logistics, or a similar role.

Strong working knowledge of traffic management systems, particularly Mandata.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer literacy.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced office environment.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrated customer service experience, particularly in managing high-profile accounts.

Problem-solving mindset with a focus on providing the best outcomes under pressure.

If you thrive transport planning and delivering excellence, apply now!

Job Purpose

To effectively plan the movement of the fleet to ensure 100% on-time delivery for customers while maximizing commercial profitability. You act as the central nervous system of the operation—transforming a list of orders into a high-efficiency logistical plan that minimizes empty miles, stays within legal safety limits, and keeps our drivers moving

Key Responsibilities

Conduct daily morning check-in calls with drivers to obtain loading statuses, delivery updates, and ETAs.

Communicate relevant updates to customers in a timely and professional manner.

Plan and coordinate part-load, multi-drop deliveries nationwide.

Book delivery appointments with customers and ensure all collection times are communicated clearly.

Prepare and send daily load schedules to ensure goods are ready for collection.

Maintain accurate records of loading and delivery times using Excel spreadsheets.

Handle incoming office phone calls and provide effective resolutions or escalate as required.

Manage freight forwarding requirements as needed.

Support weekly customer briefings, delivering updates and performance feedback.

Assist in planning daily deliveries for owner drivers.

Build and maintain strong relationships with high-profile clients, delivering tailored solutions to meet their service expectations.

Perform general administrative duties as required.

Ensure use of the Mandata traffic management system is efficient and up to date.

Qualifications and Skills

Proven experience in transport planning, logistics, or a similar role.

Strong working knowledge of traffic management systems, particularly Mandata.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer literacy.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced office environment.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrated customer service experience, particularly in managing high-profile accounts.

Problem-solving mindset with a focus on providing the best outcomes under pressure.

Core Business Behaviours

Think Customer First

Empower Others

Improve Everyday

Take Ownership

Compete for Success

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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