Transport Controller

Transport Controller - Huddersfield - c.£36,000 (Mixed Shifts - Days / Nights)

About the role

This Transport Controller opportunity is with a busy retail operation based in Huddersfield, supporting a fast-moving transport function operating across a rotating shift pattern.

The business is looking for a proactive Transport Coordinator who can keep operations moving in a live environment, manage changing priorities and act as a key link between drivers, planning and the wider operation. This is a role for someone who thrives in pace, communicates well under pressure and enjoys solving problems in real time.

Working as part of the wider Logistics distribution and supply chain function, you'll play a key role in ensuring deliveries are planned effectively, operational issues are resolved quickly and service levels remain high.

Key responsibilities

Coordinating day-to-day transport activity across a busy operational environment
Supporting route planning and reacting to live operational changes as required
Communicating with drivers, planners and internal stakeholders to keep operations running smoothly
Monitoring delivery schedules and escalating issues where needed
Supporting driver briefings, debriefs and transport administration
Ensuring compliance across transport processes, drivers' hours and operational procedures
Working closely with warehouse and wider Logistics distribution and supply chain teams
Maintaining accurate system updates, reporting and transport documentation

Key experience

Previous experience in a Transport Controller or transport planning/operations support role
Background within retail, logistics, distribution or a fast-paced transport environment
Strong communication and organisational skills
Comfortable working rotating shift patterns within a live operational setting
Good understanding of transport processes, compliance and route coordination
Experience working within a wider Logistics distribution and supply chain operation
Strong systems knowledge and confidence managing multiple priorities simultaneously
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed