Job Description:

Job Title: Transport Section Leader / Supervisor – Logistics
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time, Monday to Friday

The Role

A logistics operation in Leicestershire is looking for an experienced Transport Section Leader/Supervisor to take ownership of the day-to-day running of a busy regional transport function. This is a hands-on operational leadership role, responsible for turning the transport plan into reality: managing drivers, resolving disruptions in real time, and keeping deliveries and collections moving across a defined regional patch.

What the role involves

• Full accountability for executing the daily transport plan for the region
• Managing driver allocation, delays, breakdowns and last-minute changes
• Overseeing POD collection and resolving queries from customers and internal teams
• Line management of a small transport team including a planner and deputy section leader
• Working closely with the planning function so plans are realistic and deliverable
• Building a calm, well-run shift culture, not a shouting one

What's needed

• Proven experience as a Transport Supervisor, Section Leader, Shift Manager or similar within haulage, distribution or logistics
• Comfortable under pressure with the ability to problem-solve on the fly
• Strong people management skills and a calm, steady approach
• Experience with transport management systems is an advantage

How to apply
Please submit your CV for consideration. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Keywords: Transport Supervisor, Transport Manager, Section Leader, Logistics, Haulage, Distribution, Fleet, Driver Management, Transport Planning, 4x4 shift, Leicestershire, East Midlands