Transport Planning and Safety Lead

About us

From Arthur Guinness to Johnnie Walker, our business was founded on people of great character, and in 250 years, nothing has changed. We’re the world’s leading premium alcohol company. Our brands are industry icons. And our success is thanks to the strength of our people, in every role. It’s why we trust them with our legacy and reward them with the career-defining opportunities that they deserve. Our ambition is to build the best performing, most trusted and respected Consumer Products Company in the world. To achieve these, we need the world’s very best people. Feel encouraged? Then this may be the opportunity for you.

Serengeti Breweries Limited (SBL) is a fully integrated beverage business in Diageo Africa (supply and demand for beer and spirits).

SBL flagship brand is Serengeti Premium Lager. Other brands in the portfolio include Serengeti Lite, Guinness, Pilsner and SIB. Headquartered in Dar es Salaam, SBL is also the distributor of several global Diageo international world-class spirits brands such as Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Gordon’s, Bailey’s and Captain Morgan.

 About the Function:

Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team are problem-solvers, sourcing, producing, and delivering our much-loved brands to delight customers around the globe. Over half of Diageo’s 30,000+ people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing. It’s an intricate and sophisticated operation that’s the product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations.

Our teams in 100 sites in over 30 countries cover production facilities, supplier relationships, customer collaborations and third-party agreements. We’re committed to realising our ‘Society 2030: Spirit of Progress’ goals, to protect the environment and support our farmers and suppliers. Whatever your skills and experience, we’ll help you to thrive in our inclusive culture.

About the role: 

The Transport Planning & Safety Lead will be responsible for driving safety agenda, efficiency, and compliant transport operations across inbound, outbound, and site logistics. This role ensures strict adherence to transport safety standards, optimizes transport planning processes, and coordinates with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve operational excellence, cost efficiency, Service delivery and zero-harm objectives.

Role Responsibilities: 

• Execute inbound/outbound transport plans to meet turnaround times (TAT), customer service levels, and cost efficiency.
• Coordinate with Warehousing, Planning, Sourcing, and Sales for smooth delivery of orders and materials.
• Track transporter performance, optimize routes, and improve fleet utilization.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to transport efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and safety compliance.
• Optimize and implement continuous improvement initiatives in safety and operations to reduce costs and improve service levels.
• Lead transport safety engagements, driver training, and 3PL compliance to SOPs.
• Develop site specific traffic management plans in collaboration with Logistics Managers and Site Health & Safety managers.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards in transport operations.
• Manage and coach drivers on daily safety violations and corrective actions.
• Oversee Journey Planning Management (JPM): pre-trip briefings, post-trip reviews, and mitigation of deviations.
• Ensure vehicle and forklift inspections/checklists are completed, track and close gaps identified.
• Investigate and report incidents; implement preventive actions.
• Drive compliance with CARM, IAA, SFIPP, and local regulations.
• Conduct internal audits of transport safety and operational processes, close gaps with action plans.

Experience / skills required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport Management, or related field.
• Professional certifications in Transport Safety/Logistics (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, CILT) are an advantage.
• 5 years’ experience in transport operations, planning, or safety (FMCG/3PL preferred).
• Strong knowledge of transport safety standards, journey management, and incident investigations methodologies.
• Proficiency in TMS,WMS, route optimization, and MS Office.

Flexible Working Statement: 

Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.

Diversity statement: 

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.

We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.

Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.

Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you. 

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