Transport Team Leader
Core
Lead the day-to-day planning function of a transport operation, allocating drivers and vehicles to loads while ensuring efficient dispatch and delivery in an FMCG environment.
Role type
Transport Team Leader (Planner)
Builds
Transport plans and delivery schedules for FMCG clients
Domain
Logistics / Transport / FMCG
Required skills
Transport planning, driver and vehicle allocation, knowledge of tachograph and driving regulations, communication with hauliers and drivers, IT skills (Microsoft Office), prioritization under pressure
Preferred skills
CPC National qualification, experience in FMCG environment
Technologies
Microsoft Office packages
Responsibilities
Allocate drivers and vehicles to loads efficiently, plan driver start times to meet dispatch KPIs, communicate with third-party hauliers to ensure collection times, liaise with shunting operations, communicate accurate start times and load information to drivers, ensure orders are dispatched and delivered in line with customer specifications, communicate delays to collection or delivery points, allocate equipment for maintenance intervals, adhere to Health & Safety policy
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC