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The Company
Our client, a leading Logistics Haulier in Whittlesey, Peterborough have exclusively appointed Loom Talent, to actively source a Transport Planning Manager.
This role has the possibility for the right candidate, once inducted and performing well in role, to work from home for up to 1 day per week. It could provide a suitable opportunity to crunch the operational data along with sharing critical BI throughout the business.
Our client is a renowned international player, with over 120+ years of successful trading history and 10+ DC's across the UK&I.
The Role
As the Transport Planning Manager, you will be responsible for the efficient management and operation of the UK Transport Planning team & function.
You will oversee day-to-day activities, ensuring compliance, safety, and optimal performance. Additionally, you will manage relationships with sub-contracted vehicle providers, driving both efficiency and excellence in service delivery.
The successful Transport Planning Manager will be responsible for:
- Route Planning and Optimisation Management: Assume responsibility for a transport Planning team whilst collectively developing and implementing efficient transport plans that optimise routes, minimise fuel costs, and meet delivery deadlines.
- Delivery & Collection Coordination: Coordinate and schedule daily and weekly deliveries to ensure goods are transported on time to meet internal, customer and end retailer demands.
- Fleet Management: Oversee the availability, maintenance, and operational efficiency of vehicles within the transport fleet, ensuring compliance with legal and safety requirements.
- Driver Coordination: Communicate with drivers to ensure they are informed of routes, schedules, and any adjustments, while resolving any issues that arise during transport.
- Monitor KPIs: Track key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery rates, fuel consumption, and vehicle utilisation, to ensure continuous improvement in transport operations.
- Customer Service Support: Liaise with customers and internal departments to address transport-related queries or complaints, ensuring a high standard of service.
- Compliance and Safety Management: Support the senior leadership team and broader Transport team to ensure all transport activities comply with industry regulations, including safety standards, vehicle weight limits, and driver working hours.
- Cost Control and Budgeting: Monitor transport-related expenses, such as fuel, vehicle maintenance, and labour costs, ensuring operations stay within budget.
- Supply Chain Coordination: Collaborate with warehouse teams, procurement, and supply chain management to ensure transport aligns with stock levels and inventory movement.
- Technology Utilisation: Use transport management systems (TMS), Planning Systems and other relevant software to plan, monitor, and improve transport operations and ensure data accuracy.
The Candidate
The successful candidate for the Transport Planning Manager position will possess the following skills and experiences:
- A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential.
- 5+ years Transport Planning (Supervisory or Management) experience within a; 3PL / Haulage / FMCG / Retail or similar environment - Essential.
- Proven experience in routing 80+ vehicles through a team of multi-site Transport Planners - Essential.
- Sub-contract management experience - Highly Advantageous.
- A deep understanding across operation KPI's , finance & overall commerciality - Pence Per Mile, Back haul Operations etc - Essential.
- A CPC National / International qualification, demonstrating your deep understanding of transportation regulations - Advantageous but not essential.
- A true passion for people development, providing excellent service and continuous improvement - Advantageous.
- Strong leadership skills and a commitment to fostering a culture of excellence - Essential.
- Commutable to the Whittlesey, Peterborough area 5 x days per week - Essential.
The Package
- Salary - £45,000 to £55,000.
- Company Car / Car Allowance.
- Company Holiday Allowance.
- Pension Contributions.
- Plus, additional company benefits.
