As the National Planning Manager, you will play a key role in creating a control tower environment to ensure effective service delivery, optimal route planning, operational excellence.

You will oversee a team of planners, working closely with key stakeholders in commercial and domestic sales, as well as transport managers. Your data-driven approach will be essential in monitoring and optimising performance, making sure customer expectations are met, driving operational improvements.

Client Details

A well established organisation who have experienced significant growth - they have an envious customer base and are investing heavily to expand their footprint and operations.

Description

Proven experience in a national planning role, ideally within a logistics environment.
Strong leadership and team management experience, with the ability to motivate, develop, and guide a team of planners.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights for improved performance.
Experience working with key stakeholders, including commercial, domestic sales teams, and transport managers, to drive cross-functional collaboration.
Proficiency with route planning software and systems (experience with control tower or transport management systems is a plus).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively manage relationships across the business.
Knowledge of transport regulations and best practices across England and Wales is desirable.Key responsibilities:

Route Planning & Management:
Plan and optimise daily routes for the fleet across England and Wales, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
Utilise data and planning tools to monitor traffic patterns, fuel consumption, and delivery times to enhance route optimisation.
Performance Monitoring:
Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness of route planning and service delivery.
Regularly assess and report on service delivery performance, highlighting areas of improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Work closely with commercial and domestic sales teams to ensure customer requirements are met and aligned with transport capabilities.
Liaise with transport managers to address operational challenges and optimise fleet usage.
Team Management:
Lead and manage a team of planners, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation within the planning team.
Control Tower Environment Development:
Build and establish a control tower environment within the business, centralising operations and creating visibility across the entire transport function.
Implement systems and processes that allow for real-time decision-making and agile response to changing conditions.
Continuous Improvement:
Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the planning function, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and improving service delivery.
Utilise data analysis and feedback from stakeholders to optimise planning and routing processes.Profile

A strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs and market conditions.
Strong organisational and time-management skills.Job Offer

Attractive day rate, inside IR35
6 months initial contract with the view to transitioning to a permanent role thereafter
Reporting into the Operations Director, there is massive opportunity for growth and to develop your career
Immediate start available
On-site role 5 days per week in a highly visible role, North West location