Our teams at TLP are experts in the field of logistics; not only gaining expertise from navigating our clients and candidates through the challenges of recruitment and career development over the last 24 years, but many of our TLP specialists have industry experience themselves. They have worked for the logistics industry they now support and represent!
Facts about logistics
• Logistics can be seen as one of the most important career fields in the world. Without logistics society couldn't function!
• c 2.5 million people work in the UK transport, logistics and warehousing sector.
• It contributes £120.7 billion to the UK economy every year
Industry Memberships
At TLP, we work in partnership with (and in some cases are members of) a number of professional bodies and organisations that represent the supply chain and logistics industry including:
- The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (CILT)
- Logistics UK
- Women in Logistics
- Logistics Leaders
We also attend a number of supply chain industry networking events throughout the course of the year which can be seen on the website of the above professional bodies.
• Variety of roles available, a wide range of skills can be transferred.
• Excellent opportunities for career development.
• Recession-proof career opportunity for those willing to work hard and constantly up-skill themselves.
• The logistics sector can be pressurised and demanding, yet rewarding
• Every day can be different!
Driver, Transport Administrator, Warehouse Administrator, Stock Controller, Transport Planner, Stock Administrator, Stock Controller, Inventory/Stock Supervisor, Shift Manager (warehouse/Transport or general Operations), Transport/Warehouse/Operations Manager
* This list is purely representative of the types of roles we recruit. For a career discussion, get in touch with your local team….
Meet Our Sector Consultants
Gemma Stoner
Regional Business Manager East Anglia, Kent, & Surrey regions
Gemma Stoner
Regional Business Manager East Anglia, Kent, & Surrey regions
Gemma gained her early work life experience within the freight and manufacturing industries, working a number of roles across operations, sales and customer services.
She joined TLP Recruitment in 2014 and over that time has progressed to Consultant, Senior Consultant, Business Manager, UK Business Development Manager, and most recently Regional Business Manager, managing our operations in Kent and Suffolk.
Gemma is a member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport, Recruitment & Employment Confederation and also supports and runs the events for the CILT diversity champions, Women in Logistics.
Avi Mann
Regional Manager Midlands
Avi Mann
Regional Manager Midlands
Avi began her career with a leading FMCG distributor, later moving to a well-known retailer where she held logistics and inventory management roles.
After forging a successful operational career in logistics, Avi then made the move into recruitment, building herself a solid reputation within the manufacturing/own account sectors and gaining valuable experience that enabled her to take the next steps in her career.
As our Business Partner, and Regional Manager for the TLP West Midlands operation, she has impeccable credentials and unparalleled knowledge. You will find her thorough, direct, pragmatic, straightforward, knowledgeable, constructive and confidential in her approach and conduct.
Avi is a regular attendee at local networking and industry events. She is also passionate about encouraging new talent into the world of logistics and will take time out of her hectic schedule to attend local schools to support students who want to know more about the industry.
Outside of work, Avi has an active family and social life. One of her passions is regularly attending a Bhangra dance class. Avi can really bust some moves!
Chris Cundall
Senior Recruitment Consultant Kent & South East
Chris Cundall
Senior Recruitment Consultant Kent & South East
Chris has been with TLP Recruitment for over 13 years, starting as a Driver’s Mate then moving into an office based role. He became a Consultant within the branch a year later, liaising with clients, organising bookings, advertising/resourcing roles and registering candidates.
In 2024, Chris was promoted to the role of Senior Consultant.
Outside of work, Chris is very much a family man and enjoys spending as much time as he can with his family, when he’s not playing darts that is!
Jamal Wiggins
Senior Recruitment Consultant East Anglia
Jamal Wiggins
Senior Recruitment Consultant East Anglia
Jamal Wiggins - Senior Recruitment Consultant / Account Manager
Jamal has been with TLP Recruitment since 2010, having originally joined the business as an apprentice and progressed through the company to become a Senior Recruitment Consultant and Account Manager.
He has extensive experience delivering temporary recruitment solutions across the transport and logistics sector, supporting clients throughout Felixstowe, Ipswich, Suffolk and Essex.
Jamal specialises in logistics, industrial, driving and port operations recruitment, working across both low- and high-volume requirements. He has successfully recruited HGV Drivers, Warehouse and Forklift Operatives, Production Line Staff, Customer Service Advisors and Port Operatives, among many other roles.
Alongside recruitment delivery, Jamal manages key client accounts and works closely with businesses on their ongoing workforce requirements, providing a reliable and consultative service with a strong focus on quality, compliance and continuity of supply.
He has an in-depth knowledge of the local haulage, transport and logistics market and has built long-standing relationships with both clients and candidates across East Anglia.
In his spare time, Jamal is a keen footballer and has recently been playing at semi-professional level.
Hayley Jacobs
Branch Manager Poole
Hayley Jacobs
Branch Manager Poole
Hayley has been part of TLP since the business was established, joining as a business administration apprentice and building a career that has grown alongside the business.
Over the years, she's worked across every area of our branch operations, progressing from office management into recruitment consultancy and, more recently, taking on a senior role with greater responsibility for client relationships and business development.
Throughout the past few years, Hayley has played a leading role in the considerable growth of our Poole branch, helping the team achieve some of its strongest results to date.
Jack Moore
Regional Recruitment Consultant
Jack Moore
Regional Recruitment Consultant
Jack joined TLP in 2023 as a Trainee Consultant and has quickly progressed in his career, now working as our Regional Recruitment Specialist within the Midlands region. He delivers exceptional service to our clients and candidates for both permanent and temporary recruitment requirements. Jack is based out of our head office in Droitwich Spa.
Before joining TLP, Jack worked in finance and accountancy, building experience and honing his skills in stakeholder management.
In addition to his commitment to progressing his career in recruitment, Jack enjoys his downtime, regularly taking holidays abroad and cherishing quality family time.
Interesting fact: Jack is a triplet!
To find out more about Jack, visit 'Meet Jack Moore'
Tanya Rees
Senior Recruitment Consultant (Permanent Recruitment)
Tanya Rees
Senior Recruitment Consultant (Permanent Recruitment)
Meet Tanya Rees, the latest member of the TLP Recruitment Team!
Tanya joins us as Senior Recruitment Consultant and brings experience across recruitment, sales and account management. She will be heading up the permanent recruitment for our East Anglia, Kent and Surrey regions.
Tanya began her career in media and advertising, where she had the exciting opportunity to travel the world while working closely with her clients. Nine years ago, she accidentally fell into the world of recruitment and has never looked back.
With four years of experience specialising in the Shipping and Logistics industry, Tanya prides herself in building lasting relationships with clients and candidates alike and is looking forward to expanding that network even further as part of the TLP team.
Outside of work, Tanya is passionate about photography and enjoys exploring the world of natural wines and gin (though not at the same time!). She is also dedicated to supporting charities close to her heart, having taken part in unique fundraising efforts like parachute jumps and wing walks.
Sadie Jordan
Accounts Co-ordinator/Recruitment Consultant
Sadie Jordan
Accounts Co-ordinator/Recruitment Consultant
Sadie joins us as a Recruitment Consultant, based at our office in Droitwich Spa. She will support our Midlands operation by expanding our temporary recruitment services and managing one of our key national account customers.
Before joining TLP, Sadie spent two years working as a Recruitment Consultant in the driving, transport, and logistics sector.
Sadie is a real ball of energy, with an infectious smile. She is already developing fantastic relationships with our regional clients and candidates.