Strategic Transport Planner | Fleet & Subcontractor Lead

DFDS UK & Ireland; Little Shaws; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover

Contributory pension scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests

Employee assistance programme

Retail discounts

Wellbeing platform access

Mental health support and webinars

Health care cashback

Job summary

DFDS UK & Ireland is seeking a Transport Planner to join our logistics team in the United Kingdom. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will plan and coordinate daily transport operations, using Velocity TMS to optimise routes, fleets and subcontractors while ensuring compliance with regulations and high service levels.

You will collaborate with drivers, warehouses and export teams to meet delivery requirements, respond quickly to issues and maintain clear, proactive communication with

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning within a fast-moving logistics environment.
• Experience managing both fleet and subcontractors.
• Understanding driver hours, compliance and operational planning.
• Proficient with transport management systems such as Velocity.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily transport operations using Velocity TMS and optimise fleet and subcontractor utilisation.
• Coordinate with drivers, warehouse teams, and export operations to meet delivery requirements.
• Manage own fleet and subcontractors, including freight forwarding activity.
• Ensure compliance with driver hours, regulations and transport best practices.
• Respond to operational issues and adapt plans in real time.
• Maintain strong communication across internal teams and external partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with drivers, customers and suppliers.

Skills

Transport planning

Coordination

Relationship building

Team player

Problem solving

Education

CPC (National/International) desirable

Tools

Velocity TMS

MS Office

Job description

DFDS UK & Ireland is seeking a Transport Planner to join our logistics team in the United Kingdom. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will plan and coordinate daily transport operations, using Velocity TMS to optimise routes, fleets and subcontractors while ensuring compliance with regulations and high service levels.

You will collaborate with drivers, warehouses and export teams to meet delivery requirements, respond quickly to issues and maintain clear, proactive communication with