International Transport Planner
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Position Overview & Specifications
International Transport Planner required to join our team in Coventry.
We are looking for an accomplished International Transport Planner, with experience planning FTL and LTL in an express freight environment. The ideal candidate will have a background in HGV (40ft articulated transport) planning, however, we will consider other road transport backgrounds.
Previous roles with some supervisory/team management aspects would be seen favorably.
A Transport Manager CPC is not a requirement for this role, however, the candidate would be expected to hold a working understanding of Tacograph regulations as they relate to driver hours and route planning.
Proficiency on PC, especially Outlook and Excel, is a must, though training will be provided on the Company planning platforms.
Experience in international import and export operations (own fleet) required.
Basic knowledge of Customs procedures, especially between UK and ROI, would be an advantage.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for International Transport Planner roles across Dixon International Logistics's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26,775 - £32,721 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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