Transport Planner

Domestic Transport Planner

Location: Rathcoole, Co. Dublin
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:30
Hybrid: Available once fully trained

My client is a well-established and growing logistics provider currently looking for an experienced Domestic Transport Planner to join their central operations team in Rathcoole.

This is a key role within the domestic distribution operation, coordinating the movement of palletised goods for customers whose products are stored within the company's warehouse network.

Unlike a traditional freight planning environment, this role focuses on planned domestic movements between the company's sites and customers, providing a more structured and consistent transport operation.

The Role

You will be responsible for planning and coordinating the movement of customer stock to and from company sites across Ireland, ensuring deliveries are completed efficiently, accurately and within agreed customer requirements.

Strong knowledge of the Irish road network and geography is important, along with good organisational and communication skills.

You will work as part of an established team of 12 Transport Planners, supporting the wider operations function and working closely with internal teams, customers and transport partners.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate daily domestic pallet deliveries and collections
Arrange the movement of customer products to and from company sites
Ensure transport is planned efficiently and cost-effectively
Coordinate delivery schedules and respond to any changes or exceptions
Liaise with customers, transport providers and internal warehouse teams
Process transport bookings and maintain accurate system records
Ensure all relevant files, billing and costing are completed accurately
Produce and distribute operational and performance reports
Monitor deliveries and resolve any issues that arise
Maintain high standards of customer service and operational accuracy
Follow company SOPs and transport planning procedures
Support the wider operations team and ongoing projects when required

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in transport planning, logistics or distribution
Strong knowledge of Ireland's geography and road network
Experience working with palletised or domestic distribution is advantageous
Good IT and systems skills, including Microsoft Excel
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Good numerical and analytical ability
Strong communication and customer service skills
A reliable, proactive and team-focused approach

What's on Offer

Competitive salary
Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:30
Hybrid working available once fully trained
Pension contribution
Access to onsite gym
Onsite parking
Bike to Work Scheme
Regular company social events
Career progression opportunities
Annual leave entitlement
Join an established team within a growing logistics business

This is a great opportunity for a Transport Planner or experienced Logistics Administrator looking to develop their career within a structured domestic transport operation.

If you have strong knowledge of Irish geography and enjoy planning, coordinating and keeping transport operations running smoothly, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more.

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