Transport Supervisor

Smurfit Kappa Group; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme and annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and career development

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible and family-friendly policies

Disability Confident Employer

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Transport Supervisor to manage our transport operation at the manufacturing site, ensuring safe, efficient and on-time delivery of packaging solutions to customers.

You will lead daily transport planning, drive improvements in routing and fleet utilisation, supervise drivers, and ensure compliance with O Licence rules while collaborating with Sales, Customer Service and Production.

Qualifications

• Transport management experience in manufacturing, logistics or distribution.
• Strong knowledge of HGV operations, driver hours and compliance.
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Confident communicator with cross‑functional relationship building.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• CPC in Transport Management is desirable but not essential.
• Geographical knowledge and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily transport operations and route optimization.
• Supervise drivers, holiday/absence coverage and on-road issues.
• Arrange couriers and third parties.
• Ensure compliance with O Licence rules.
• Organise vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Design, Planning and Production.
• Produce reports and maintain records.

Skills

Transport management

Planning

Organisation

Problem solving

Communication

MS Office

CPC in Transport Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Join a Global Leader in Sustainable Packaging

At Smurfit Westrock, we're shaping the future of sustainable paper and packaging. We're committed to safety, innovation, and developing great people in an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced Transport Supervisorto manage our transport operation at our manufacturing site, ensuring the safe, efficient, and on-time delivery of packaging solutions to our customers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive supervisor who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems, and is passionate about delivering exceptional service.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing daily transport planning, routing, load fill and fleet optimisation
• Driver debrief, supervising, holiday/absence cover, on road issues
• Arranging couriers / third parties
• Adherence to O Licence rules and compliance
• Organising vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Collaborating with other departments, e.g. Sales, Customer Service, Design, Planning and Production
• Reports, Admin, Record keeping

What We're Looking For

• Proven transport management experience within a manufacturing, logistics, or distribution environment
• Strong knowledge of HGV operations, driver hours, and transport compliance
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to build strong relationships across the business
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• CPC in Transport Management is desirable but not essential
• Planning – forward thinking
• Organised with attention to detail
• Good Geographical knowledge

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and career development
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• Flexible and family-friendly policies
• Disability Confident Employer