Fleet & Despatch Lead: Route Planning & Delivery

Chase Taylor; Great Wyrley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Chase Taylor in Great Wyrley is seeking an experienced Despatch & Transport Team Leader to oversee the fleet of delivery vans, plan daily routes and work closely with drivers to ensure on-time deliveries.

You will coordinate with manufacturing and despatch teams, maintain records and uphold health & safety standards while delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport/despatch roles.
• Strong route planning and fleet management experience.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience managing drivers daily schedules.
• Good geographical knowledge and IT skills.
• Proactive, calm and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily fleet and allocate routes.
• Plan and plot efficient routes and schedules.
• Work with drivers to handle issues throughout the day.
• Liaise with customers regarding deliveries.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and despatch teams.
• Monitor deliveries and resolve delays.
• Maintain transport, vehicle and delivery records.
• Ensure drivers follow procedures and health & safety requirements.

Skills

Fleet management

Route planning

Driver supervision

Customer service

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

Route planning software

Fleet management systems

Job description

Chase Taylor in Great Wyrley is seeking an experienced Despatch & Transport Team Leader to oversee the fleet of delivery vans, plan daily routes and work closely with drivers to ensure on-time deliveries.

You will coordinate with manufacturing and despatch teams, maintain records and uphold health & safety standards while delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.