Job Description

Location:

Banbury, Oxfordshire

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Hours:

Monday to Friday

Salary:

35,000 - 42,000 per annum (DOE)

Reporting to:

Transport Manager

About the Role

We are recruiting a Transport Planner to join our established transport operation based in Banbury. This is a commercially focused planning role with a strong emphasis on route optimisation, vehicle allocation and subcontractor management within a fast-paced logistics environment.

The role requires someone who can think beyond day-to-day order planning, with a clear focus on efficient route execution, cost control and effective use of own fleet, network services and subcontractors. Experience using Paragon routing or an alternative planning software is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Route optimisation and planning to maximise vehicle utilisation and minimise cost Allocation of work across own fleet, pallet network, and subcontractors Management and performance control of subcontracted transport providers Use of Paragon to plan and optimise daily and forward schedules Managing delivery constraints including time windows, vehicle restrictions and customer requirements Liaising with drivers, subcontractors, customers and internal teams to ensure service delivery Monitoring transport costs, service levels and operational KPIs Supporting compliance with drivers' hours, operator licence requirements, and transport regulations
About You

Proven experience in a Transport Planner or Traffic Office role Strong understanding of route optimisation and resource allocation Experience managing subcontractors and external hauliers CPC qualification highly desirable Paragon experience advantageous (but not essential) Good UK geographical knowledge Commercially aware with a strong cost-control mindset Calm, organised, and effective under pressure Confident communicator with drivers, subcontractors, and customers Competent IT skills (TMS, Excel, Microsoft Office)
What We Offer

Competitive salary (35,000 - 42,000 DOE) Stable, established transport operation Modern fleet and structured planning processes Employee-owned business operating under an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), focused on long-term stability and engagement Supportive management team and collaborative working environment Opportunity to further develop Paragon optimisation and CPC-based transport knowledge
How to Apply

Please apply with your CV via Indeed or contact us for a confidential discussion.

No agencies please. We are not accepting speculative CVs from recruitment agencies for this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-42,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person