Traffic Planner
2 weeks ago
**Traffic Planner - 16:00 Monday to Friday**
Clarke Transport a 90 year old family ran private business - one of the leading privately owned multi-service transport organisations in the UK are looking for a **Traffic Planner**to work out of our depot in **Bridgend.**
Are you Interested in a transport role within one of the nation’s leading, pioneering distribution organisations? Would work with an organisation that invests in its people, career development and ongoing personal development? Would work in a fast-paced, progressive environment interest you?
**Job Role & Purpose**
You will plan the utilisation and routing of vehicles, to ensure the smooth running of logistic operations for onward delivery.
**Key Duties & Responsibilities**:
- Plan loads, routes and schedule delivery times, to ensure the vehicle utilisation and service level standards of the Company are met.
- Utilise and maintain computerised systems to maximise business efficiency and customer service.
- Ensure documentation is properly completed in line with customer and Company requirements.
- Work collaboratively and proactively with customers, suppliers and drivers and the traffic desk to resolve and minimise potential issues, such as late deliveries and missed time slots.
- Liaise with the Traffic Team to ensure efficient driver briefing and de-briefing.
- Ensure strict compliance with transport regulations and Company policies and procedures, such as health and safety and quality systems.
- Monitor and report any areas of concern promptly to the Night Operations Manager or Assistant Night Manager.
- Provide general support appropriate to the management when required.
- To complete any other reasonable duties as instructed by the management team.
If you are a **Traffic Planner**, that genuinely has a desire to forge a career in a fast-paced environment with the ability to drive improvement, this is the career move for you.
- £33,165 Per Annum
- 20 Days plus 8 statutory holidays (28 days in total)
- Additional Holiday after 4 years’ service - Extra Day for every additional year’s service up to a maximum of 5 extra days.
- Full uniform and PPE provided.
- Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
Pay: £33,165.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
**Experience**:
- Transport & Logistics: 2 years (preferred)
- Logistics Planning: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person