European Transport Planner

Drive European Logistics Excellence – Join a Leading Freight Operator as a European Transport CoordinatorAn international logistics firm with deep European roots is seeking a European Transport Coordinator to manage day-to-day road freight operations across the continent. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multilingual environment and enjoys the challenges of coordinating transport across borders with precision and care.You’ll be working closely with hauliers, customs teams, and internal departments to ensure goods move efficiently and compliantly. If you’ve got a knack for logistics and speak both English and another European language (German is a big plus), this role is made for you.Your Core Responsibilities:Daily planning, booking, and monitoring of international road transport routesManaging cost efficiency and negotiating with hauliersProviding customer updates and resolving issues in real-timePreparing and checking customs documents to ensure full complianceUpdating internal systems with transport status and delivery outcomesYour Skills & Experience:Experience in logistics or transport operations—ideally in European freight forwardingStrong communication and organizational skills, especially under pressureComfortable managing multiple bookings and problem-solving on the flyFluency in English and ideally German (other European languages also welcome)Competency with MS Office and transport management systemsLocation & Structure:Full-time, office-based role in Peterborough, UKWorking within a small but dynamic team, with daily contact across European marketsWhy This Role Stands Out:Be part of a globally connected, family-owned logistics leaderOperate in a supportive, international team environmentGain exposure to complex freight operations and customs processesOpportunities for career progression within the broader European logistics network

Created: 2025-07-24