Transport Planner
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 11 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £30,000 i £45,000 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Ipswich, IP1 1XF |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Spider Web Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | SWR4773 |
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Transport Planner - Seven Logistics are recruiting a Transport Planner to join their team in Felixstowe, Suffolk in this full-time, permanent position.
Company benefits include:
- Competitive Salary:£30,000 - £45,000 per annum depending on experience
- Holiday: 20 days, increasing to 25 with length of service
- Additional: Birthday day off after probation, Life assurance from day one, Pension enrolment after 3 months, Free 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme, Free health & wellbeing subscription, Dress for your day policy, Free parking
About the role:
The Transport Planner will be responsible for coordinating container transport operations from the ports of Port of Felixstowe and London Gateway Port. You will manage allocated vehicles and drivers to ensure efficient operations, strong service levels and maximum revenue while resolving any day-to-day operational challenges. This is a fast-paced role requiring strong organisation and communication skills to maintain high standards of service. Working hours are 45 hours per week Monday to Friday, with weekend on-call support as required.
Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Plan transport operations from Felixstowe and London Gateway on allocated traffic sheets
- Manage allocated trucks to ensure revenue targets and service levels are met
- Maintain strong communication and working relationships with drivers
- Manage and resolve daily operational issues efficiently
- Book and manage Vehicle Booking System (VBS) slots accurately
- Monitor schedules to ensure deliveries and collections meet deadlines
- Maintain accurate records using internal systems
About you:
As a Transport Planner, you will have experience working within the haulage, container or logistics industry and be comfortable operating in a busy traffic planning environment. Knowledge of port operations, VBS systems and TOPS (or similar planning systems) would be advantageous. You will have excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure. Strong communication skills, good IT ability and a proactive, motivated approach will help you succeed in this role.
About Seven Logistics:
Seven Logistics is a growing logistics company specialising in container haulage and transport solutions across the UK. Based in Felixstowe, the business focuses on delivering efficient, reliable services while building strong relationships with both customers and drivers.
If you have the relevant skills and experience for the Transport Planner position and would like to be considered, please apply by submitting an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Additional keywords: Transport Planner, Traffic Planner, Logistics Planner, Container Transport, Haulage Planner, Port Logistics, VBS, TOPS, Road Transport, Logistics Coordinator, Freight Planning, Container Haulage, Felixstowe Logistics Jobs.
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