Junior Traffic Planner: Ports & Fleet Coordination

Seven Used Trucks; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Holiday entitlement (20–25 days)

Birthday day off after probation

Life assurance

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site parking

Health & wellbeing subscription

Job summary

Seven Logistics in Felixstowe is seeking a Junior Traffic Planner to join our busy team. The role involves planning work from Felixstowe, London Gateway and Southampton on the traffic sheet and managing trucks to meet revenue and service targets.

You will also supervise drivers and ensure clear communication with stakeholders. Successful candidates will have experience in a traffic office, knowledge of TOPS, and an understanding of port and VBS systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Traffic Office is preferred.
• Knowledge of TOPS is advantageous.
• Understanding of port and VBS systems is desirable.
• Knowledge of haulage and container industry.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Good people and team-building skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrable IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan work from Felixstowe, London Gateway and Southampton on the allocated traffic sheet.
• Manage allocated trucks to meet revenue and service targets.
• Oversee drivers and maintain effective communication and relationships.
• Resolve current day issues efficiently.
• Book and ensure VBS bookings are correct.

Skills

Traffic Office

TOPS

VBS systems

Port & containers

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Team player

Communication skills

IT skills

Job description

Seven Logistics in Felixstowe is seeking a Junior Traffic Planner to join our busy team. The role involves planning work from Felixstowe, London Gateway and Southampton on the traffic sheet and managing trucks to meet revenue and service targets.

You will also supervise drivers and ensure clear communication with stakeholders. Successful candidates will have experience in a traffic office, knowledge of TOPS, and an understanding of port and VBS systems.