Transport Planning Manager

Musgrave; Kilcock; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Collaborative environment

Innovation focus

Community focus

Legacy & impact

Job summary

Musgrave is actively seeking a Transport Planning Manager to lead a planning team and optimize delivery operations across Ireland. You will drive route optimization, manage costs, and implement improvements in planning tools and processes.

The role demands strong data analysis, communication and leadership within a fast-moving distribution environment. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years in transport/logistics management, knowledge of road transport legislation, and relevant

Qualifications

• Proven data analysis and problem-solving skills in distribution.
• Experience leading a transport/logistics team in high-volume operations.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities required.
• Solid knowledge of H&S and HACCP within distribution settings.
• At least 5 years in transport/logistics management with road legislation knowledge.
• BSc in Logistics and Transport or Supply Chain, plus CPC accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and develop a planning team with coaching and training.
• Oversee daily/weekly store/customer deliveries, optimize fleet and routes.
• Drive system/process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Monitor transport costs, fuel usage and budget adherence.
• Liaise with other departments to meet deadlines and expectations.
• Ensure health, safety and quality compliance across the team.

Skills

Data analysis

People management

Team leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Knowledge of distribution operations

Education

BSc in Logistics and Transport

BSc in Supply Chain Management

Transport Management CPC

Tools

WMS

Paragon

SAP

TMS

Job description

Musgrave is one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We're proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 19 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We're committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.

As we continue our journey toward becoming Ireland’s most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our team as a Transport Planning Manager.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead, support, and develop a team of planners, provide coaching and training to build skills and knowledge.
• Oversee the daily/weekly planning of deliveries to stores or customers, ensure plans optimize fleet, drivers, and routes while balancing cost and service.
• Drive improvements in planning systems, processes, and tools, identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service. Support implementation of best practices in route optimization and capacity utilization; support projects such as automation, new system rollouts, or sustainability initiatives.
• Responsible for Planning team KPI’s and where appropriate implement timely corrective action.
• Maintain a working environment in line with Health & Safety, Food Safety & Quality legislation and ensure that employees are trained accordingly.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure that product delivery meets deadlines and customer expectations.
• Experience with WMS, planning tools, forecasting tools, etc. are beneficial but not essential.
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting on transport costs, fuel usage, and budget adherence.

What we’re looking for:

Essential:

• High level of computer literacy. Ability to interpret and analyze data
• Excellent communication, people management and customer service skills.
• Experience of managing a team in a transport department within a high volume/turnover business.
• Good organizational and administration skills with the ability to solve problems in a fast-moving environment. Thorough knowledge of distribution operations including specific processes such as H&S and HACCP etc.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in transport/logistics management, ideally within a high-volume environment. Knowledge of Road Transport Legislation is essential.
• BSc in Logistics and Transport and/or BSc in Supply Chain Management
• Transport Management CPC
• Customer focused and driven.

Desirable:

• The ideal candidate should be a team player, be flexible and have the ability to maintain focus whilst under pressure. Have the ability to work on your own initiative, be self-motivated and have a consistent work methodology. Experience in a similar type of role or in a position that demonstrates the above skills will be an advantage.
• Experience with transport management systems, route optimization software, and telematics desirable (e.g., SAP, Paragon, telematics, TMS).

What we offer:

• Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact.
• Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions.
• Community Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.
• Be Part of a Legacy: Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation.

Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know