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Transport Planning Team Leader
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gloucester
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Transport Planning Team LeaderLocation: GloucesterSalary: £30,000 - £35,000 Dependent on experienceAbout the RoleWe are looking for an experienced and motivated Transport Planning Team Leader to join our Gloucester operations. You will lead and support a team of Transport Planners responsible for organising drivers and vehicles to achieve optimum payloads for vehicle collection and delivery. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on delivering sustainable, cost-effective transport solutions while ensuring legal compliance and operational excellence.Transport Planning Operations
Organise driver/vehicle run schedules for collection and/or delivery of vehicles, ensure cost effectiveness with full capacity and compatible geographic locations
Plan run schedules for each driver in consideration of EU driving regulations in respect of breaks, driving limits and rest periods
Incorporate returns, deliveries and site transfers into run schedules
Manage failed collection reports and continuously identify improvements
Ensure we meet contractual service obligations
Actively manage team inbox and communications
Lead and manage the Transport Planning team effectively
Complete all reasonable tasks requested by colleagues efficiently and safely Leadership & Development of Direct Reports (Transport Planner)
SAFETY FIRST! Take ownership of all general team health, safety, wellbeing and compliance matters, seeking support from relevant areas wherever needed, escalate as appropriate
Recruit effectively in partnership with the People Team and induct/onboard accordingly
Manage people resource levels to meet business need
Manage team member’s T & A (Time & Attendance) on relevant software in line with payroll cut offs
Coach, feedback & continuously develop self and team ensuring they have the skills, knowledge & tools to perform
Performance Management of team including up to date Job Descriptions, one to ones/feedback/4 x 4 Quarterly Performance Conversations, clear objectives set, results measured, activities monitored, quality checks of work
Engage & motivate team to deliver growth & continuous improvements
Manage own & team behaviours in line with our aspirational culture, vision & values
Communicate business goals and messages & locally manage any changePerson Specification
Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar Transport planning Leadership Role
Experience of working in a busy and pressured office environment.
Excellent IT Skills
Strong Ability to delegate tasks
Excellent knowledge of UK road network and geographical areas
Understanding of the vehicle salvage Industry
Math's and English GCSE or equivalent
Ability to affectively prioritise workload
Strong leadership skills
Ability to work under your own initiative and as part of a team
Positive ‘Can Do’ Attitude
Good organisational skills
Motivational and positive personality What we offer:
Day shift, Monday - Friday
Ongoing training and professional development
Free onsite parking
Uniform and PPE provided
Benefithub (World’s largest selection of Employee Discounts and Lifestyle Benefits)
Telus Health
Discounted parts and non-auction vehicles
Employee discount on Vodaphone
Paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice
31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
Pension plan with 3.5% employer contributionThis role is subject to a satisfactory DBS, Finance, Right to work and reference checks.Who are weIAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), an RB Global company (NYSE: RBA) (TSX: RBA), is a trusted global marketplace for insights, services and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles. Leveraging leading-edge technology and focusing on innovation, IAA’s unique platform facilitates the marketing and sale of total-loss, damaged and low-value vehicles. IAA is an equal opportunity employer and ensures non-discrimination in all activities in accordance with all applicable laws. This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is locatedBefore You Apply
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