Transport Planner
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Hours: 45 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 10:00am - 7:30pm
Job Type: Permanent
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Transport Planner to join their busy transport operation in Telford.
This is a key position within the traffic office, responsible for planning and coordinating deliveries, liaising with drivers and customers, and ensuring transport operations run efficiently and cost-effectively.
The successful candidate will be organised, proactive and confident working in a fast-paced transport environment, with the ability to manage competing priorities and resolve operational issues quickly.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate vehicle movements and deliveries in line with customer requirements.
- Liaise with drivers, customers, depots and internal teams regarding schedules and operational updates.
- Identify and resolve transport and delivery issues proactively.
- Respond to customer enquiries by telephone and email.
- Maintain accurate transport records and complete relevant administration.
- Support the accounts and invoicing team with delivery-related queries.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Ensure transport planning activities comply with company procedures, industry regulations and health and safety requirements.
- Support fleet compliance planning, including vehicle inspection schedules.
- Assist with other reasonable duties and ad hoc tasks as required.
About You
- Previous experience within a transport, logistics or traffic planning environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- The ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy operational environment.
- Knowledge or experience of transport planning systems would be advantageous.
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established transport operation in Telford, offering a competitive salary and a Monday to Friday working pattern.
If you have previous experience in traffic planning, transport planning, logistics or a similar role and are looking for your next opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you.
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