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Transport Planner Manager
Job Posted: 7 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: L33, Knowsley, Merseyside
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Transport Planning Manager (Nights)
Location: Liverpool (Knowsley area)
Salary: Competitive
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 18:00 – 04:00 (10-hour shifts, hours may vary)
About the Role
Rapid Time Recruit, acting as an employment agency, are seeking a Transport Planning Manager on behalf of our client, a highly established business in the logistics sector.
This is a full-time, permanent role where you will play a key part in the daily and weekly route planning of vehicles and drivers, ensuring operations run efficiently, legally, and within budget.
A strong background in container logistics, including container planning and port booking systems, is essential.
Key Responsibilities
As Transport Planning Manager, you will:
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Lead and support the night planning team at the Liverpool depot, while also providing oversight and assistance to other depots as required.
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Handle customer enquiries, adjusting transport plans and routes as required.
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Brief drivers, provide updates, and manage real-time route changes.
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Monitor compliance with EU drivers’ hours, digital tachographs, and WTD regulations.
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Deliver against agreed KPI targets.
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Ensure all planning aligns with the company values of Honesty, Transparency, and Unity.
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Provide night shift support for all regions from a centralised hub.
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Manage transport system administration to required standards.
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Liaise with customers, promptly resolving issues or requirements.
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Book and manage accurate VBS slots on Port and Rail Terminal systems.
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Coordinate with Fleet to ensure vehicles are available for service/inspection.
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Investigate and report any out-of-hours accidents/incidents.
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Uphold security and health & safety procedures during the night shift.
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Report directly to the Operations Manager.
Interviews are being held immediately – apply today and take the next step in your transport career!
Why Apply?
Join a well-established and growing company.
Play a key leadership role in a critical logistics function.
Permanent, full-time employment with opportunities to progress.
About You
* To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Proven experience in transport planning within the container sector (essential).
* Strong working knowledge of TOPS and container/port booking systems.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Strong customer service skills with the ability to manage client expectations.
* Confident IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
* Leadership qualities with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
* Ability to adapt quickly to new systems and processesBefore You Apply
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