Operations – Planner

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ABOUT US WS Transportation was established in April 2014 by William Stobart and his son Edward Stobart. Nigel McMullan and Edward Stobart oversee the company’s operations. Initially focused on logistics for the construction industry and high & heavy haulage, WS Transportation has since expanded its offerings to include a comprehensive range of end-to-end solutions. To which has now recently completed its acquisition of EvCargo Distribution and Solutions growing its General Haulage division THE ROLE:

Role

Join us as a Transport Planner within our Road Freight Transport Team where you will be working across a broad range of large-scale contracts. You will be a valued member of the operation, helping us to achieve and surpass service and financial targets.

The Salary

Competitive based on experience, plus shift allowance.

Benefits

On-site parking, Rewards Scheme

Shift Information

Mon – Fri, 40 hours per week.

Where You Will Be Based

You will be based in our flagship office in Ashby-de-la-Zouch (LE65 1JR)

Key Responsibilities

  • Receiving customer orders and creating a road transport plan
  • Liaising directly with 3rd party transport suppliers
  • Assist in negotiating rates with both customers and transport providers
  • Successfully plan orders for large scale customers across the UK
  • Building & maintaining relationships with transport providers and customers
  • Ensuring the financial and service requirements of the contracts are achieved
  • Delivering added-value to the customer through innovative project work

Qualifications

  • Previous Transport Planning experience
  • Experience In The FMCG Sector – Preferred
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • You will have excellent communication skills, spoken and written
  • Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • A methodical and structured approach to problem solving
  • An approachable attitude and a flexible approach to work
  • Strong PC Literacy including Word & Excel in a business capacity
  • Knowledge of driver’s hours is beneficial but not essential
  • Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent

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Company: EV Cargo
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Job Description:

ABOUT US WS Transportation was established in April 2014 by William Stobart and his son Edward Stobart. Nigel McMullan and Edward Stobart oversee the company’s operations. Initially focused on logistics for the construction industry and high & heavy haulage, WS Transportation has since expanded its offerings to include a comprehensive range of end-to-end solutions. To which has now recently completed its acquisition of EvCargo Distribution and Solutions growing its General Haulage division THE ROLE:

Role

Join us as a Transport Planner within our Road Freight Transport Team where you will be working across a broad range of large-scale contracts. You will be a valued member of the operation, helping us to achieve and surpass service and financial targets.

The Salary

Competitive based on experience, plus shift allowance.

Benefits

On-site parking, Rewards Scheme

Shift Information

Mon – Fri, 40 hours per week.

Where You Will Be Based

You will be based in our flagship office in Ashby-de-la-Zouch (LE65 1JR)

Key Responsibilities

  • Receiving customer orders and creating a road transport plan
  • Liaising directly with 3rd party transport suppliers
  • Assist in negotiating rates with both customers and transport providers
  • Successfully plan orders for large scale customers across the UK
  • Building & maintaining relationships with transport providers and customers
  • Ensuring the financial and service requirements of the contracts are achieved
  • Delivering added-value to the customer through innovative project work

Qualifications

  • Previous Transport Planning experience
  • Experience In The FMCG Sector – Preferred
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • You will have excellent communication skills, spoken and written
  • Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • A methodical and structured approach to problem solving
  • An approachable attitude and a flexible approach to work
  • Strong PC Literacy including Word & Excel in a business capacity
  • Knowledge of driver’s hours is beneficial but not essential
  • Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent

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Posted: May 17th, 2026