Job Description

570146



London Heathrow, GB



Air Transport Supervisor



CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.



We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.



DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you "Dare to Grow" with us?



THE ROLE



We have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Supervisor to join our Air Freight team, working at one of our busiest locations in Hounslow supporting key operations at Heathrow Airport. This is a Monday to Friday role.



WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?



Reporting into the Air and Ocean Transport Manager you will ensure our transport operations run seamlessly and deliver great service to our varied customer base. Responsibilities for this role will include:



Lead, motivate and support the transport and courier team to achieve business goals

Ensure smooth daily operations for our airline truck fleet and transport booking department

Manage workflow, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and KPIs are met

Provide accurate reports on operational efficiency, team performance, and key issues

Proactively resolve operational issues in a fast-paced environment, ensuring service standards are consistently maintained

Support initiatives to reduce transport costs while maintaining high service quality

Regularly review and update processes, incorporating team feedback to drive continuous improvement

Ensure effective utilisation of the transport fleet, including vehicle capacity planning and route optimisation



WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?



Our ideal candidate will have proven experience within transport operations, ideally within the air freight or logistics. You will be a strong leader who can motivate and develop a team, with excellent communication skills and ability to deliver under pressure. Ideally you will have knowledge of transport planning for both airline trucks and customer bookings. Knowledge of transit warehouse and Cargowise system would be desirable. Due to site-specific and customer requirements, candidates must have resided in the UK for the past five years.



WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?



With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive salary, annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands.



ABOUT TOMORROW



We value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for an exciting career.



CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status.

Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland. IND2