Transport Planner: Dynamic Route Optimisation

DFDS; Larkhall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance cover

Contributory company pension scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests (

Employee assistance programme

Retail discounts

Wellbeing platform myStrength

Job summary

DFDS is recruiting a Transport Planner to join our UK operations. You will report to the Transport Manager and work 4 on 4 off, coordinating daily transport operations to ensure efficient, compliant deliveries.

You will use Velocity TMS to optimise routes and resources, collaborating with drivers, warehouses, and export teams across the UK. The role requires experience in a fast-paced logistics environment, with a focus on subcontractor management and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning within a fast-moving logistics environment.
• Proven experience running and managing subcontractors and coordinating their activity.
• Strong understanding of driver hours and regulatory compliance.

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 both own fleet and subcontractors, including freight forwarding activity.

Skills

Transport planning

Fleet management

Subcontractor management

Driver hours compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

CPC qualification (National/International)

Tools

Velocity TMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

DFDS is recruiting a Transport Planner to join our UK operations. You will report to the Transport Manager and work 4 on 4 off, coordinating daily transport operations to ensure efficient, compliant deliveries.

You will use Velocity TMS to optimise routes and resources, collaborating with drivers, warehouses, and export teams across the UK. The role requires experience in a fast-paced logistics environment, with a focus on subcontractor management and regulatory compliance.