Transport Planning Team Lead

Coryton
12 month fixed term contract, Full-time
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 (Dependent on experience)

About the Role:

Are you ready to take the lead in a fast-paced logistics environment? We’re looking for a Transport Planning Team Lead to join our Coryton site — someone who thrives on problem-solving, enjoys leading people, and wants to make a real difference to customer experience and operational success.

Why Join Us?

• Lead & inspire – manage and develop a team of Planners, driving daily performance and customer satisfaction.

• Make an impact – be at the centre of delivery planning, ensuring efficiency, safety, and reliability.

• Shape your career – gain exposure to senior stakeholders, contribute to site strategy, and step into a visible leadership role.

Key Skills & Requirements:

• Experience in logistics or transport planning.

• Strong decision-making skills under pressure.

• A customer-first approach with a keen eye for efficiency.

• Excellent communication skills — face to face, by phone, and in writing.

• A collaborative and proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

• A safety-first attitude in everything you do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Owning the daily delivery plan — from scheduling to reconciliation.

• Responding quickly to real-time challenges (vehicle issues, emergencies, last-minute customer needs).

• Communicating clearly with Customer Service, Distribution, and Planning teams.

• Acting as site lead in the absence of the Transport Controller.

• Coaching and developing your team through regular feedback and reviews.

• Supporting site initiatives including safety meetings, audits, and continuous improvement projects.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step up into leadership, influence change, and play a key role in transforming our transport planning function. You’ll have the chance to:

• Lead a motivated team and shape performance.

• Build leadership skills and gain exposure to senior decision-making.

• Contribute directly to site and regional success.

What we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Company Pension Scheme (Salary sacrifice - single matched contributions to 4.5% for first 2 years, upto 7.5% after 2 years)
• Life Assurance
• Staff discounts on gas