Transport Manager

Monday - Friday 

£70,000 + Bonus 

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and commercially focused Transport Manager to lead a large, fast-paced transport operation. This is a senior leadership role offering full ownership of performance, compliance, and strategic development.

You will take end-to-end responsibility for the transport function, leading fleet, planning, compliance, and people to deliver a safe, efficient, and high-performing operation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the day-to-day and long-term transport strategy
• Ensuring full compliance with DVSA regulations and O-Licence obligations
• Managing fleet performance, utilisation, and cost control
• Overseeing planning and service delivery to meet customer and operational KPIs
• Leading and developing a large team of drivers, planners, and supervisors
• Driving continuous improvement and operational efficiencies
• Leading key transformation projects, including TMS implementation

About You

• Proven experience leading medium-to-large transport operations (40+ drivers)
• Strong knowledge of transport compliance, fleet management, and governance
• Experience managing budgets and driving cost efficiencies
• Track record of improving operational performance
• CPC (National & International) essential

Desirable:

• Experience in complex logistics or multi-site environments
• Exposure to system implementations or operational transformation
• Health & Safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH)

Why Apply?

• Senior leadership role with real autonomy
• Opportunity to shape and modernise operations
• High-impact position with strong career progression potential