Transport Planning Supervisor

XPO; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics provider as a Transport Planning Supervisor in Kingston upon Hull. In this role, you will oversee deliveries, ensure compliance with regulations, and manage a team in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, you will play a key role in the success of the transport operation. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for career development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Experience supervising and developing a team within transport.
• Exposure to fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with XPO policies and HR requirements.
• Manage relationships with colleagues and external hauliers.
• Support planning of customer deliveries and data entry.

Skills

Team building

Computer literacy

Transport experience

Job description

XPO Kingston Upon Hull, England, United Kingdom

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Ready for a change? Looking for a role that you can develop into? Ready to join a site as its growing? We are looking for someone like you to be our next Transport Supervisor



Supporting the organisation and execution of all deliveries and inter-depot movements from the SCS STARK Hull site, the Transport Supervisor will ensure all customer requirements are fulfilled whilst ensuring compliance with company and statutory obligations.



As part of this busy transport operation, you’ll ensure the timely and safe dispatch of drivers on a Mon to Fri 8am to 5pm shift pattern.



Pay, benefits and more:



We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £32,000per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts as well as a salary sacrifice car scheme, cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.



What you’ll do on a typical day:



•To ensure full compliance with XPO policy / procedures.

•To follow all HR requirements in relation to disciplinary, absence management, Code of Business Ethics and return to work situations.

•Foster, maintain and improve relationships with colleagues throughout XPO and with other depots.

•Utilise XPO systems to ensure all elements of depot and contract administration are completed in line with site and company requirements

•Provide reports and submit data as required, relating to, Finance, KPI’s, Claims and Health and Safety

•Ensure resource levels are in line with customer & operational requirements.

•Liaise with external hauliers and agencies.

•Support and understand the planning function requirements for Hull based on day 1 for day 3.

•Support data input and planning of all customer deliveries, ensuring all documentation is complete.

•Foster relationship with the Customer, ensuring effective communication and resolution of any queries.

•Making your shift your own dealing with any operational queries.

•Interactively working with & supporting other SCS sites at Purfleet and Newport inc. other Timber Group operations as and when available to do so.

•Ensure all drivers report for duty, any defects or issues are recorded and resolved in a timely manner.

•Driver brief and de-briefing as well as data entry of statistics as required.



What you need to succeed at XPO:

• It’s important you have exposure of working in a fast-paced environment – no two days will be the same and we need you to think on your feet
• Previous experience supervising and developing a team within a complex transport environment
• Proven experience within transport and a good understanding of compliance and driver hours
• Computer literate as will be answering email, dispatching drivers, and compiling handovers.
• Team building experience.
• Experience in a fast-paced, time critical environment.
• Some transport experience dealing with C+E drivers would be beneficial.
  
  

Be Part of Something Big:



We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.



The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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