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Transport Planning Manager – Portbury. We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Transport Planning Manager to lead our Portbury Transport Planning team. In this key operational role, you will ensure the delivery of achievable, cost‑effective routes while supporting our commitment to exceptional service standards. Reporting to the Distribution Operations Manager, you will oversee the day‑to‑day planning and execution of the national delivery schedule. You’ll act as the escalation point for complex decisions and provide vital coordination between Transport Managers, the Distribution Projects & Compliance Manager, and other key departments. Safety, compliance, and service excellence sit at the heart of this position, ensuring our customers receive their deliveries on time and as promised.
Job Responsibility:
Plan and organise driver routes to ensure staffing levels, route efficiency and performance meet the needs of the transport operation, while consistently delivering excellent customer service
Provide cover and operational support to the wider Transport team as required, ensuring continuity of service during busy periods or staff absence
Create compliant and efficient vehicle routes across the network, adhering to legal requirements such as vehicle weight limits, Working Time Directive (WTD) rules, and specific customer delivery standards
Work collaboratively with the Distribution Team to respond promptly to breakdowns, delays, or operational issues, ensuring customer services are kept fully updated on progress and impacts
Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to gather insights, feedback and operational data, enabling continuous improvement and early identification of potential issues
Lead, motivate and develop direct reports, ensuring clear objectives, strong performance, adherence to KPIs, and development plans aligned with future business needs
Ensure compliance with all legal, Health & Safety and company procedures, taking swift action to address issues and maintain a safe, compliant and continuously improving safety culture
Collaborate with the Driver Trainer to drive improvements in driver performance, including safety standards, driving behaviour, fuel efficiency and overall operational effectiveness
Support cost‑reduction and performance‑optimisation initiatives, identifying opportunities to streamline routes, reduce waste and enhance operational efficiency
Participate in the on‑call rota, providing out‑of‑hours support one week in every six to ensure issues are resolved promptly and operations remain uninterrupted
Requirements:
Experience in transport planning, logistics operations, or a similar managerial role
CPC in Road Transport Operations (Managers)
Confident using dynamic Routing Software Packages
Experience of using tracking and telematics application
Knowledge of UK road networks, route optimisation and transport operating systems
Understanding of compliance requirements including vehicle safety, driver hours regulations and legal planning standards
Experience leading or supervising a small team
IT proficient, particularly with planning or fleet management systems and Microsoft Office tools
Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work flexible hours to support operational needs
Nice to have:
Previous experience in multi‑drop food or FMCG delivery operations
Experience using SAP would be an advantage but is not essential
What we offer:
Competitive salary – accredited Living Wage employer
33 days holiday per year, including bank holidays (which are considered a normal working day)
Option to purchase up to 5 additional days holiday per year
Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Pension scheme - employer matched contributions up to 4%
Life assurance scheme worth at least 1x annual salary
Free meals, snacks and beverages on site
Free parking
Free turkey or voucher at Christmas
apetito perks scheme including salary sacrifice options and retail discounts