Senior Transport Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


North West Leicestershire, United Kingdom Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Full time

Transport Planner Position Overview

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking a skilled Transport Planner to join their team. As a key member of the Planning team, you will be responsible for managing daily operations and overseeing drivers. Reporting directly to the Transport Manager, you will play a senior role in ensuring the smooth execution of planning systems and processes.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

  • Conducting end-of-shift handovers as necessary.
  • Planning drivers' work for the day.
  • Issuing instructions to departments and ensuring that all work is executed as planned, with real-time updates to planning systems.
  • Ensuring that all work is planned and amalgamated wherever possible, reducing the resources needed to execute the work.
  • Managing collection and delivery times to meet customer demands.
  • Ensuring service levels are met as a minimum.
  • Controlling vehicles and re-planning as required to meet customer demands.
  • Continually reviewing the day's workload as it progresses.
  • Responding to customer queries, involving the Manager where necessary.
  • Reducing empty running to meet company targets.

Transport Planner Position Requirements

  • Transport Management CPC - Highly Desirable
  • Experience managing or overseeing a planning team - Highly Desirable
  • Previous experience using TMS and planning systems.
  • Experience in general haulage - Highly Desirable
  • Experience managing driver's hours, tacho, and infringements.
  • Excellent telephone manner.
  • Excellent customer service skills.

Transport Planner Position Remuneration

  • Monday to Friday (office hours)
  • Salary DOE (£33,000 - £38,000)
  • Excellent career progression
  • Excellent training provided
  • Excellent job security


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