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Traffic Planner
Job Posted: 9 days ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 37,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire
Expire in: 19 days
Job Description
The Traffic Planner will play an essential role in the road transport operations department, ensuring efficient route planning and delivery schedules within the transport & distribution industry. This position is based outside of Banbury and requires excellent organisational skills to meet operational demands.
Client Details
This opportunity is with a small-sized company operating in the transport & distribution sector. The organisation is dedicated to providing reliable and effective logistics solutions to its clients while maintaining a professional and customer-focused approach.
Description
Transport Planning
Schedule vehicle collections and deliveries using the company fleet and subcontractors.
Create and manage driver work schedules.
Monitor and adjust plans to ensure timely and efficient execution.Driver & Fleet Management
Communicate instructions clearly to drivers.
Liaise with maintenance staff for vehicle upkeep.
Provide out-of-hours support on a rotational basis.Compliance & Safety
Ensure operations comply with transport legislation (e.g., drivers' hours).
Promote safe working practices and monitor health & safety.Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Maintain professional service standards.
Identify and act on business opportunities and risks.
Foster strong relationships with clients and internal teams.Financial Efficiency
Maximise revenue per trip through effective planning.
Follow company financial procedures.
Profile
A successful Traffic Planner should have:
Technical & Operational
Manual road traffic planning
Knowledge of UK transport operations (European knowledge desirable)
CPC National & International (desirable)
Strong geographical knowledgeCommunication & Leadership
Clear communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in driver management
Ability to lead by exampleIT & Analytical
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Financial awareness related to transport operationsPersonal Attributes
Resilience and adaptability
Empathy and professionalism
Job Offer
A competitive salary circa £35,000 plus car allowance
A permanent role offering job security within the transport & distribution industry.
Opportunities for professional growth within a small-sized company.
A supportive workplace culture based outside of Banbury.
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