Strategic Traffic Planner & Operations Lead

Speedy Freight; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading courier service provider in the United Kingdom is looking for a Traffic Planner to develop effective transport plans and manage resources. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with legal responsibilities while negotiating with subcontracted drivers and managing internal communications. This role requires strong geographical knowledge, effective communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Training and development are a priority, making this an excellent opportunity for ambitious candidates.

Qualifications

• Good geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Must demonstrate a professional and confident manner.
• Ability to work both in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective use of vehicles and drivers.
• Negotiate prices with subcontracted drivers.
• Manage drivers through ongoing communication.
• Achieve specific targets for margin and vehicle utilization.
• Communicate with customer services to achieve KPI targets.

Skills

IT Literate

Excellent Communicator

Good organizational skills

Excellent customer service skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work well under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

A leading courier service provider in the United Kingdom is looking for a Traffic Planner to develop effective transport plans and manage resources. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with legal responsibilities while negotiating with subcontracted drivers and managing internal communications. This role requires strong geographical knowledge, effective communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Training and development are a priority, making this an excellent opportunity for ambitious candidates.