Transport Planning Manager

Company: Pure Resourcing Solutions

Location: Witham

Posted: May 3rd, 2026

Location: Essex

Salary: GBP35,000 - GBP40,000

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Taking full ownership of transport planning and execution across multiple sites
Managing the receipt and processing of customer orders, ensuring accuracy and clear communication around deliveries
Planning and coordinating third-party and dedicated haulage requirements
Acting as the first point of contact for all transport-related issues, resolving delays or disruptions proactively
Maintaining live visibility of vehicle movements and responding quickly to issues as they arise
Communicating closely with internal teams and customers to manage expectations and service levels
Planning and coordinating inter-site stock movements, including booking delivery slots and arranging haulage
Maintaining and updating the central transport and logistics planning systems
Driving best practice across transport operations, with a strong focus on efficiency, service, and cost control
Building and maintaining strong relationships with hauliers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders

Proven experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or haulage management
Confidence working in a fast-moving, customer-facing supply chain environment
Strong organisational and planning skills, with exceptional attention to detail
Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to manage a wide range of stakeholders
A proactive, solutions-driven approach and the ability to anticipate and mitigate issues
Strong IT skills, including Excel and Microsoft Office
Experience with transport management or ERP systems (e.g. TMS, SAP) - highly desirable
The ability to remain calm under pressure and juggle multiple priorities effectively

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