Full job descriptionLead a busy transport operation and take ownership of an established, growing logistics business.
FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established transport and logistics business with the recruitment of a Transport Manager.
Permanent, full-time position based in Corringham.
Salary
£50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience + fantastic additional benefits
This is a hands-on transport leadership role with responsibility for overseeing a busy UK operation, managing drivers and vehicles, maintaining full transport compliance and ensuring high standards of service, efficiency and safety.
Key Responsibilities
*Oversee the day-to-day running of transport operations.
*Manage a fleet of approximately 20 vehicles and associated drivers.
*Ensure deliveries and collections are completed efficiently and on time.
*Manage driver performance, routing and scheduling across multi-drop and groupage operations.
*Ensure full compliance with Operator Licence, Drivers’ Hours and tachograph legislation.
*Maintain high standards of vehicle safety, presentation and maintenance.
*Monitor fleet servicing, defects and maintenance requirements.
*Work closely with planners, warehouse teams and customer service teams.
*Analyse transport performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
*Monitor transport costs and identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary expenditure.
*Produce regular transport reports and management information.
*Promote a strong culture of safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.
*Support recruitment, development and performance management of transport personnel.
*Maintain accurate transport and compliance documentation.
Requirements
*Previous experience as a Transport Manager, Transport Operations Manager or similar.
*Strong experience within transport, haulage, logistics or groupage operations.
*National / International CPC in Road Haulage is essential.
*Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation.
*Good understanding of Operator Licence requirements, Drivers’ Hours and tachograph compliance.
*Proven experience managing drivers and vehicle fleets.
*Strong leadership and people-management skills.
*Confident making operational decisions in a fast-paced environment.
*Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving ability.
*IT literate with experience using transport management, tracking, tachograph and reporting systems.
*Experience within fashion, retail, distribution or general logistics would be advantageous.
Benefits
*£50,000 – £60,000 salary depending on experience.
*Permanent, full-time position.
*Company pension.
*25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
*Employee Assistance Programme.
*Employee discounts / retail vouchers.
*Free on-site parking.
*Company events.
*Opportunity to take ownership of an established transport operation.
*Long-term career development within a growing logistics business.
Please apply.