Transport Planner

Excel Recruitment are looking for an experienced transport planner for there depot in Kildare.

Are you passionate about keeping goods moving efficiently and on time? Our client is looking for an organized, detail-oriented Transport Planner.

🔧 What You’ll Do:

  • Plan and optimize daily transport routes and schedules for maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness

  • Coordinate with drivers, warehouse staff, and clients to ensure smooth deliveries

  • Monitor fleet performance and resolve transportation issues as they arise

  • Maintain compliance with transport regulations and company policies

  • Use logistics software and tracking tools to manage and analyze transport data

🧠 What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience in transport planning, logistics, or supply chain coordination

  • Strong geographical knowledge and route planning skills

  • Proficiency with transport management systems (TMS) and MS Office

  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities

  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt in a fast-paced environment

🌟 Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a supportive, fast-growing logistics team

  • Opportunity to influence the way we deliver across the country

  • Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and full benefits

  • Career progression and training opportunities

If you are interested in this role please contact Sarah on 0870639483.

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Operations Planner

At Excel Recruitment, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator to join the Operations team as an Operations Planner within a global freight forwarding company based in North County Dublin.

The Operations Planner will provide administrative support to a busy operations team assisting with operations planning, general administrative duties, and delivering an excellent customer experience.

Duties

  • Provide first-class customer service by responding to customer enquiries and requests in a timely and professional manner communicating order progression and any deviations, exceptions, or changes that may arise from time to time.
  • Meet the operational day-to-day delivery needs of our customers in the most cost-efficient and effective manner.
  • Responsible for ensuring that data and documentation is managed correctly
  • Ensure billing and costing are input and processed as per company procedures and time frames.
  • Communicating with colleagues across various departments to agree on the best action when discrepancies are raised by our agents
  • Promote a positive work environment through respecting & supporting work colleagues in the completion of all duties as directed.
  • Comply fully with the defined operating procedures (SOP’s) and processes.
  • Support resources by effectively resolving service-related issues and/or queries while proactively reviewing the most effective approach.
  • Support all continuous improvement initiatives including cross-departmental projects through proactive engagement.
  • Proactively support and fully comply with the Companies Health and Safety policies and procedures

Requirements

  • Previous experience in route planning within a fast-paced and dynamic team
  • Knowledge of the Logistics / Freight Industry an advantage.
  • Professional and focused approach with high attention and detail.
  • Customer-focused with a desire to strive for excellence.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and act on own initiative.
  • Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
  • Fluent English both written and spoken

In Return

  • Salary of €38,000 per annum and a €4K OTE bonus.
  • Monday to Friday working hours
  • Full-Time permanent position
  • Onsite Parking

Should you be interested in this Operations Planner position, please submit you CV via the link provided or call Kayleigh on 087-7071811. For more jobs please visit the Excel Recruitment website.