Senior Transport Planner – Special Cargo

We are looking for a dynamic, goal-driven person to join an established Dublin 11 based European transport brand. The Senior Transport Planner works as part of a small team, to plan structured and cost-efficient delivery schedules throughout the island of Ireland and Europe. The Special Cargo Department offer a bespoke service in moving out-of-gauge loads. A high standard of customer service, attention to detail, accurate reporting and effective communication are essential and the ability to devise a strategy for project planning and execution are key requirements. You will be responsible for:  

• Route planning for this busy department.  
• Vessel / Shipping bookings
• Ensuring all special permits for oversized loads are issued and compliant for transports in Ireland and Europe.
• Ensuring all loads are collected and delivered within parameters of KPI’s agreed with customers.  
• Working as part of a team to solve problems whilst conducting root cause analysis and driving improvements.  
• Liaising with customers to ensure accurate scheduling and project planning requirements are met.  
• Providing customers and management with KPI reports matching business needs.  
• Manage Key Account Role with responsibility for quotations and operational excellence.
• Ensuring the profitable management of all business activities and optimising cost centres at optimum levels.  
• Oversee sub-contractors & drivers within this role.

Minimum Requirements:

• You must have a proven track record in full load transport planning, heavy guage or project cargo industry experience.  
• We need you to be self-motivated with an ability to deal with fast-changing environments and the ability to be flexible.  
• A good geographical knowledge of Ireland/Europe and awareness of vehicle safety legislation, EU driver hours and Working Time Regulations.
• You must have solid experience of using Microsoft packages such as Excel and Word.  
• You must have experience using transport planning software.

For a confidential discussion on this or any other current opportunity, please contact Garvan Cerasi