Transport Planning Manager

Transport Planning Manager
Essex - Permanent

Pure Resourcing Solutions is partnering with a well-established, multi-site organisation to recruit a Transport Planning Manager into a key logistics leadership role.
This position will suit an experienced transport or logistics professional who enjoys operating at the heart of daily operations — coordinating haulage, managing live transport activities, and acting as the central point of contact for customer and internal logistics movements.

The role
Reporting into the wider supply chain function, you’ll take ownership of transport planning and execution across multiple locations. This is a hands-on role with genuine responsibility, combining operational oversight with proactive problem-solving.
Key responsibilities will include:

Coordinating all transport and haulage activity across allocated sites
Acting as first point of escalation for transport issues, delays, or disruptions
Managing live fleet tracking and vehicle positioning against the plan
Planning and arranging haulage for stock transfers, sales orders, and third-party movements
Maintaining and updating the central logistics planner to ensure accuracy and visibility
Liaising closely with production planning, supply chain, hauliers, and external partners
Driving best practice in transport coordination with a focus on cost, efficiency, and serviceAbout you
You’ll be comfortable working in a fast-paced logistics environment where attention to detail and clear communication are critical.
We’re keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:

Previous experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or a similar role
Strong organisational and planning skills, with a proactive, forward-thinking approach
Confidence dealing with hauliers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
Excellent communication skills and a professional telephone manner
Strong IT capability, particularly with Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word
Experience using ERP systems (SAP knowledge would be advantageous)
A team-oriented mindset with the flexibility to support wider operations when requiredWhy consider this role?
This is a great opportunity to step into a visible, trusted role within a stable and growing business, where transport and logistics play a vital part in operational success. You’ll have real autonomy, exposure across the supply chain, and the chance to make a tangible impact on service and efficiency

If you’re an experienced transport planning professional looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Pure Resourcing to discuss this opportunity in confidence