Transport Planning Supervisor

ZipRecruiter; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fuel distributor seeks an experienced Transport Planning Supervisor in Huddersfield. This role involves overseeing daily operations, leading a team, and ensuring excellent customer service. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including private healthcare and discounted fuel arrangements.

Benefits

31 Days holiday

Private Healthcare

BP Fuel Card – discounted fuel (for you & partner/spouse)

Gym Membership (for you & partner/spouse)

Vodafone discount

Free eye tests

Annual salary reviews

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a transport planning leadership position.
• Desirable ADR / Tanker route planning experience.
• Solid understanding of EU Drivers’ Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and review daily driver plans to maximize resource use.
• Act as primary contact for clients, ensuring delivery concerns are resolved.
• Monitor team performance and support ongoing development.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Geographical knowledge

Leadership

Coaching

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Transport Planning Supervisor

Location: Huddersfield

Salary: £38,000 per annum

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, Days - 37.5 Hours per week

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Planning Supervisor to join a leading fuel distributor specializing in UK-wide commercial petrochemical distribution.

Key Benefits:

• 31 Days holiday
• Private Healthcare
• BP Fuel Card – discounted fuel (for you & partner/spouse)
• Gym Membership (for you & partner/spouse)
• Vodafone discount
• Free eye tests
• Annual salary reviews

The Candidate:

• Proven experience in a transport planning leadership position
• ADR / Tanker route planning experience is highly desirable
• Solid understanding of EU Drivers’ Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Excellent geographical knowledge and attention to detail
• Leadership capabilities with a talent for coaching and motivating teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel
• Excellent people management and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and review daily driver plans to maximize legal shift availability and resource use
• Investigate and report on customer service issues, identifying root causes and corrective actions
• Act as the primary contact for bitumen, emulsion, and fuel oil clients, ensuring prompt resolution of delivery concerns
• Monitor team performance, conduct annual reviews, and support ongoing development and coverage for holidays and absences

If you have transport planning experience and are interested in this opportunity, please apply via the provided link.

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