Transport & Logistics Recruitment

Q: What is transport and logistics recruitment?

It involves sourcing, vetting and placing skilled professionals across freight forwarding, warehouse management, carrier operations and supply chain roles to meet business demands.

Q: How do I recruit qualified logistics professionals?

Use industry-targeted ads, verify certifications like Dangerous Goods and CILT, conduct competency-based interviews and partner with specialists who understand logistics nuances.

Aspion’s transport and logistics recruitment team connects you with skilled professionals across freight forwarding, warehouse recruitment, and carrier operations. Our targeted campaigns draw on deep sector insights - such as exploring why young people don’t know about jobs in logistics - to engage the right talent and streamline your distribution network. We keep our process clear and fast so you fill roles without delay. Contact our logistics specialists to start today.

What Is Transport and Logistics Recruitment?

Definition and Scope of Transport & Logistics Recruitment

Transport and logistics recruitment covers sourcing, vetting, and placing staff in roles that manage the flow of goods. It spans freight forwarding, warehouse management, and carrier operations across all transport modes.

Key Functions: Freight Forwarding, Warehouse & Carrier Operations

Freight recruitment secures experts in customs handling and shipment planning. Warehouse recruitment finds candidates for stock control, picking, and packing. Carrier operations staffing ensures drivers and fleet managers keep goods moving.

Which Roles Fall Under Transport & Logistics Recruitment?

Freight Forwarding Recruitment Specialists

We place professionals who coordinate multi-carrier shipments, manage customs paperwork, and track international deliveries.

Warehouse Management & Distribution Recruitment

Our warehouse recruitment team finds supervisors, inventory planners, and distribution operatives to run your facilities.

Carrier Operations & Fleet Management Staffing

We source drivers, fleet managers, and route planners to maintain a reliable transport network.

Supply Chain Management Recruitment

Our supply chain recruitment experts fill roles in procurement, vendor management, and logistics coordination.

How Do I Recruit Qualified Logistics Professionals?

Verifying CILT, DGSA & Dangerous Goods Certifications

We check candidates hold CILT membership, DGSA accreditation and dangerous goods training to meet regulatory standards.

Leveraging Specialist Recruiter Networks & Candidate Screening

Our team taps into niche logistics talent pools and uses targeted screening to match skills to your needs.

What Qualifications Are Required for Transport & Logistics Roles?

Logistics Degrees, NVQs & CILT Accreditation Explained

Many roles call for a logistics or supply chain management degree, NVQ certification, or CILT accreditation to prove expertise.

Mandatory Training: Dangerous Goods, Health & Safety Compliance

Candidates must complete dangerous goods handling courses and health & safety training for safe operations.

Why Choose Aspion for Transport & Logistics Recruitment?

Access to Niche Logistics Talent Pools

Aspion’s networks reach both active and passive candidates in freight forwarding, warehousing, and carrier operations.

Proven Metrics: Fill Rate & Average Time-to-Hire Performance

We maintain a 95% placement success rate and a 16-day average time-to-hire, trusted by leading transport & logistics organisations.

What Is Aspion’s Recruitment Process?

We begin with a consultation to define role criteria and timelines. Next we map the market and source candidates through our network and targeted adverts. We verify qualifications, conduct interviews, and shortlist top talent. We present candidates, support offer negotiation, and follow up after hire to ensure satisfaction.

FAQs

Q: What is transport and logistics recruitment?
A: It involves sourcing, vetting, and placing skilled professionals across freight forwarding, warehouse management, carrier operations, and supply chain roles to meet business demands.

Q: How do I recruit qualified logistics professionals?
A: Use industry-targeted ads, verify certifications like dangerous goods and CILT, conduct competency-based interviews, and partner with specialists who understand logistics nuances.

Q: What qualifications are required for transport and logistics roles?
A: Key credentials include a logistics or supply chain management degree, CILT, or NVQ certifications, dangerous goods training and practical experience with distribution networks.

Q: Why partner with a specialist transport & logistics recruitment agency?
A: Specialists deliver deep sector expertise, extensive candidate networks, and streamlined processes for faster time-to-hire and better role fit.

Our dedicated recruiters operate across Business Services, Operations, Sales & Marketing, Transport & Logistics, Driving, Metals & Engineering, Finance & Accountancy, Supply Chain and Manufacturing.

Active jobs

Key Account Manager

Hull

East Riding

£45k - 50k per year + Company Car

A well-established international logistics provider in Hull is seeking a commercially savvy Key Account Manager with B2B sales experience in transport, logistics, chemicals, or related industrial sectors to drive growth, manage key accounts across the North of England, and coordinate operations, offering up to £50,000, a company car, benefits, and long-term career development.

Transport FLM (Nights)

Skelmersdale

Lancashire

£34k per year

Transport FLM Skelmersdale £34,000 per annum 4 on 4 off, 18:00 - 06:00 (Nights) A dynamic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Transport First Line Manager to oversee and execute the Transport Plan for a leading logistics company. The successful candidate will lead and motivate a small team, ensuring that key performance indicators (KPIs) in General Haulage are consistently exceeded and compliance requirements are rigorously adhered to. The Candidate; - Proven experience in a similar Transport FLM role - Experience within a high volume general haulage operation is highly desirable - Minimum 3 years of experience leading a team within a Transport Logistics Operations environment - Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word. - Ability to produce data and information to identify opportunities and cost-saving initiatives. - Demonstrated strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and build relationships. - Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, across all levels. - Strong commercial awareness. - Good understanding of EU legislation related to transport operations. Duties and Responsibilities; - Execute the Transport Plan by managing personnel, planning, and allocating resources to ensure delivery times are met with 100% accuracy. - Achieve and surpass operational service levels by meeting key performance indicators, such as 100% on-time deliveries. - Manage various data streams to support efficient operations. - Maintain strong business relationships with both external and internal stakeholders, including customers, repair agents, and site teams. - Possess a thorough understanding of the commercial aspects of customer contracts. - Clearly define roles and responsibilities for yourself and your team. - Enhance competencies and performance within General Haulage activities to drive business efficiency and competitive advantage. - Proactively manage attendance and absence levels within your team in line with company policies. - Handle all employee relations issues, including disciplinary actions, grievances, and absences. - Act as a coach and mentor for direct reports, providing regular one-on-one support. - Ensure compliance with company and statutory obligations, including Working Time Regulations (WTD) and operator licensing. - Collaborate effectively with other shifts to maintain smooth operations. - Represent the transport department as a key company representative. - Support and promote company initiatives, offering solutions and best practices through various forums. - Assist and deputise for the Senior Operations Manager as needed. - Drive operational continuous improvement. - Implement and support company initiatives. - Ensure all transport operations, practices, and procedures comply with Health & Safety policies and other statutory requirements, including EU Driver's Hours Regulations. If you have Transport FLM experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link. At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data - These can be viewed on our website.

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May 30, 2025