Transport Planning Lead | Belfast | Logistics | £50k
Location: Greater Belfast area
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + benefits
The Opportunity
A growing and well-established logistics and distribution business is looking to appoint an experienced Transport Planning Lead to support and enhance its UK and Ireland operations.
With continued investment in fleet, systems, and infrastructure, the business is focused on driving operational efficiency and service excellence. This role offers strong scope for progression into a senior leadership position.
The Role
This is a hands-on position responsible for coordinating day-to-day transport operations, managing a small team, and ensuring efficient, cost-effective delivery performance across a mix of distribution activities.
You'll work closely with senior leadership to optimise planning processes, improve performance, and support wider operational initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and allocate transport in the most efficient and cost-effective way
Oversee daily transport operations across NI, ROI, and UK routes
Lead, coach, and develop a small planning team (up to 6 people)
Monitor and deliver against KPIs including utilisation, service levels, and cost control
Support continuous improvement initiatives across transport operations
Coordinate driver schedules, routes, and delivery timelines
Build and maintain strong relationships with drivers, customers, and internal teams
Produce operational reports and delivery schedules
Work closely with sales and customer service teams to ensure smooth execution
Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Identify opportunities to improve operational performance and customer deliveryAbout You
Essential - Experience in a senior transport planning, logistics, or distribution role
Essential - Strong geographical knowledge of Northern Ireland, ROI, and UK routes
Essential - Experience working with HGV drivers and driver hours regulations
Essential - Previous team leadership or supervisory experience
Strong organisational and time management skills
Confident communicator across multiple stakeholders
Problem-solving mindset with a structured, process-driven approach
Flexible attitude to working patternsDesirable:
Transport CPC qualification
What's on Offer
Salary up to £50k + benefits
Clear pathway for career progression into senior operations roles
Ongoing training and development
Opportunity to join a business in a strong growth phaseBH36035