Transport Planning Team Leader

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 located

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