Dynamic Fleet Planner: Optimize Routes and Schedules

RXO, Inc.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free access to internal e-learning平台

Smart Hive retail discount platform

Group life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Enhanced maternity leave

Enhanced paternity leave

Diverse and Inclusive environment

Community Service Day

Internal Career Growth Programs

Job summary

RXO Derby is seeking a Fleet Planner to manage daily vehicle movements, optimise routes, and ensure compliance with safety and legal standards. You will coordinate with drivers, subcontractors, and internal teams to maintain fleet availability and service levels in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Bring 3–5 years in logistics,熟悉 Excel, and experience with fleet planning systems. This role is based at RXO Derby with a focus on UK operations and compliant planning practices.

Qualifications

• Strong decision-making and commercial judgment in time-sensitive environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and able to communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Familiar with VOSA legislation, including tachograph and working time directive compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive under pressure in fast-changing environments.
• Ability to speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Plan efficient routes and driver schedules using Qargo TMS to optimize LTL and FTL deliveries.
• Understand national road networks, regional traffic patterns, and route constraints.
• Apply UK/EU rules on driver working hours, breaks, and tachograph usage.
• Assign jobs to drivers based on route viability, vehicle type, and driver availability.
• Record issues (e.g. delays, breakdowns, complaints) against jobs when needed.
• Brief drivers on hours, routes, and locations; provide real-time support.
• React quickly to road closures, weather, delays, or staff changes.
• Liaise with subcontractors, agencies, and external partners.
• Report on vehicle/trailer availability, maintenance, and driver schedules.

Skills

Decision making

Excel proficiency

VOSA compliance

Pressure handling

English fluency

Tools

Qargo TMS

Job description

RXO Derby is seeking a Fleet Planner to manage daily vehicle movements, optimise routes, and ensure compliance with safety and legal standards. You will coordinate with drivers, subcontractors, and internal teams to maintain fleet availability and service levels in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Bring 3–5 years in logistics,熟悉 Excel, and experience with fleet planning systems. This role is based at RXO Derby with a focus on UK operations and compliant planning practices.