Lead Transport Planning Manager - Start-Up Logistics

DHL; West Midlands; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Transport Planning First Line Manager in the UK to lead and optimise transport activities from the heart of a new start-up operation. You will manage two team members, coordinate cost-effective inbound flows and directly oversee customer relationships.

The role focuses on strategic planning, compliance with regulations, and delivering high-performance results in a fast-changing logistics environment.

Qualifications

• The ability to stay focused for long periods of time.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• A strategic and analytical individual who strives to deliver the best possible results.
• Previous experience in a similar role - desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and planning all transport activities
• Cost effective inbound activities
• Line management of two colleagues including 1:1 meetings
• Managing the customers directly
• Following all the compliance rules and regulations

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Job description

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Transport Planning First Line Manager in the UK to lead and optimise transport activities from the heart of a new start-up operation. You will manage two team members, coordinate cost-effective inbound flows and directly oversee customer relationships.

The role focuses on strategic planning, compliance with regulations, and delivering high-performance results in a fast-changing logistics environment.