Transport Planning Lead

Location: On site / Riddings, Alfreton DE55 4BR, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Supply Chain | Logistics
AnnualFixed salary:£ 35000.00

Are you passionate about delivering excellence every step of the way? If so, we want you.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Transport Planning Lead to join the Silver X Group at our Alfreton depot. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role for someone who enjoys ownership, thrives on operational challenge, and takes pride in running an efficient, compliant transport operation.

You’ll take responsibility for your own area within the transport function, managing drivers, planning routes, controlling costs, and identifying opportunities to improve performance and profitability.

What We Offer

• Holiday loyalty scheme
• Inclusive culture with employee resource groups
• Company Health Care Scheme

Key Responsibilities for Transport Planning Lead

• Multi drop planning and managing daily transport operations for one of our largest customers, including route planning, fleet utilisation, and driver allocation
• Ensuring full compliance with Drivers’ Hours, Working Time Directive, and tachograph legislation
• Managing and supporting a team of drivers, including performance, attendance, and day-to-day issues
• Identifying opportunities to reduce empty mileage, improve efficiency, and increase revenue through effective planning and backloads
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
• Using transport and telematics systems to manage performance, costs, and compliance
• Driving continuous improvement across safety, service, and profitability

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Strong Knowledge of Drivers’ Hours, tachographs, and WTD legislation
• Confident people manager with excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Highly organised, able to prioritise and make decisions in a fast-moving environment
• Commercially minded, with a focus on cost control and operational efficiency
• Proven experience in transport planning or transport operations
• Experience working with a fleet of 10+ vehicles (preferred)

About Us

Silver X is a trusted provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, delivering reliable freight, warehousing, and distribution services across multiple industries and countries. Backed by smart technology and a skilled team, we prioritise speed, transparency, and customer satisfaction - every step of the way. We’re committed to operational excellence, sustainability, and creating an inclusive workplace where people thrive.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Our people have made us the success that we are today and are the key to our continued growth moving forwards. We recognise the unique and valuable contributions that arise from a diverse and inclusive workforce built up from people with different backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and skillsets, that when combined together, help our business to thrive.

Our recruitment process is fair and equitable to ensure that all candidates are duly considered and supported. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our Recruitment Team via recruit@gbalogistics.com

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually. However, if you would like feedback on your application, feel free to reach out to us directly.