Transport Planner Team LeaderFull-Time Monday-Friday 50 Hours per Week Salary: 44,000 - 46,000The RoleWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Transport Planner Team Leader to oversee a busy planning function within a fast-paced logistics environment. This role is responsible for ensuring all transport orders are fulfilled efficiently, on time, and in full, while maximising fleet utilisation and maintaining exceptional customer service standards.You will lead a team of planners, work closely with operational and commercial stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement across transport operations.Key ResponsibilitiesFleet and Route OptimisationLead the planning team to fully optimise fleet utilisation across allocated fleets.Maximise productivity and minimise empty mileage.Identify and secure backloading opportunities.Monitor driver and vehicle progress throughout the day and make re-routing decisions as required.Plan and supervise specialist projects, night work, contract works, weekend, overtime and ad hoc resource requirements.Manage sub-contractor usage in line with departmental KPIs.Work closely with workshop teams to ensure fleet legal compliance and scheduled maintenance is planned and completed.Team Leadership and DevelopmentMotivate, support and develop planners to achieve departmental KPIs.Promote a positive, accountable and high-performance culture.Deliver toolbox talks and operational briefings.Ensure efficient holiday planning and adequate team cover.Lead by ..... full job details .....