Transport Planning Lead - 4-Site Ops, Mon-Fri 12-8

Strive Supply Chain LLP; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Transport Planning Team Leader to manage logistics operations and support a dynamic transport team. The role involves planning collections and outbound workloads while ensuring compliance and efficiency. Candidates should have a strong background in transport and logistics, effective communication skills, and a good understanding of English. This is an excellent opportunity for seasoned professionals.

Responsibilities

• Plan collection & outbound workloads to carriers based on volume, service, and cost.
• Manage and support the transport team.
• Act as the first point of escalation for the transport team.
• Plan and comply with fleet and driver management.
• Engage with carriers to ensure SLA adherence.
• Work with Despatch Operations teams for workflow leveling.
• Write Standard Operating Procedures for new processes.
• Support new team members as the team grows.
• Identify process improvement opportunities.
• Ensure completion of daily duties to meet targets and KPIs.
• Use planning skills for efficient routing.

Skills

Good Geographical Knowledge

Experience in Transport and Logistics environment

Experience of transport planning functions/principles

Experience of managing 3PL carriers

Effective communication skills

Good understanding of English

Job description

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Transport Planning Team Leader to manage logistics operations and support a dynamic transport team. The role involves planning collections and outbound workloads while ensuring compliance and efficiency. Candidates should have a strong background in transport and logistics, effective communication skills, and a good understanding of English. This is an excellent opportunity for seasoned professionals.