Traffic Planner (Full-Time)
Location: Derby
Hours: 10am-7pm Monday to Friday
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Traffic Planner to join a fast‑paced transport operations team. In this role, you'll be responsible for the day‑to‑day planning of vehicle movements, ensuring routes are efficient, compliant, and delivered to a high standard. You'll work independently to keep operations running smoothly, maximising fleet availability, reducing cost, and supporting strong service performance.
What You’ll Do
* Plan efficient routes and driver schedules using transport management systems (TMS) for both LTL and FTL movements
* Use strong knowledge of UK road networks, traffic patterns, and regional route constraints
* Ensure compliance with UK / EU regulations including driver hours, breaks, and tachograph rules
* Allocate jobs to drivers based on vehicle suitability, availability, and route requirements
* Log issues such as delays, breakdowns, and customer concerns as they arise
* Brief drivers on routes, hours, and delivery requirements, supporting them in real time
* Adjust plans quickly in response to delays, closures, weather, or staffing changes
* Liaise with subcontractors, agencies, and external partners to maintain service levels
* Produce reports on fleet availability, driver schedules, and planned maintenance
What You’ll Bring
* Strong decision‑making skills and commercial awareness in time‑sensitive environments
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence communicating across the organisation
* Solid understanding of relevant transport legislation, including tachograph and Working Time Directive requirements
* Ability to perform under pressure in a fast‑changing operational setting
* Fluent English communication skills
Preferred Experience
* 3‑5 years’ experience in logistics, ideally with a background in fleet or transport planning systems
Why This Role?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop within a growing, dynamic logistics function. Responsibilities may expand over time as the business evolves and as you progress in your career.
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