Transport Manager

Michael Page • Permanent • Wembley, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • £45k - £50k / year • 4d ago

Transport Manager - Wembley, London

The rewards

Competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000
Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and development of a rapidly expanding business
Significant autonomy and ownership within the transport function
Long-term career development opportunities within a growing organisation

Hours

Monday to Friday working pattern
On-call operational support requirement on Saturdays (typically 7:00am - 3:00pm)

The role of Transport Manager:

Managing all transport operations across the fleet to ensure high levels of service and compliance
Leading, motivating and developing a team of drivers across multiple locations
Driving route optimisation initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance delivery performance
Working with existing route planning software whilst identifying opportunities for further improvement
Overseeing fleet maintenance, servicing schedules, inspections and vehicle availability
Ensuring compliance with Operator Licence requirements and all relevant transport legislation
Monitoring and reporting on transport KPIs including cost, utilisation, on-time delivery and driver performance
Managing transport-related incidents, escalations and operational challenges
Developing and implementing a structured driver training and onboarding programme
Reducing driver turnover through effective engagement, coaching and performance management
Supporting future fleet growth and operational scalability

The ideal Transport Manager:

Previous experience in a Transport Manager role
A valid Transport Manager CPC qualification (or recently obtained and ready to be named on an Operator Licence)
Experience managing a multi-drop distribution operation
Strong knowledge of fleet management, vehicle compliance and transport legislation
Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyse and report on key operational KPIs
Proven experience leading and developing driver teams
A proactive, hands-on management style with a continuous improvement mindset
Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
Experienced Excel user and familiar with reporting
Desirable: FMCG, food distribution or temperature-controlled logistics experience
Desirable: Experience working within a growing or scaling operation

Our client is a rapidly growing FMCG distribution business based in Wembley supplying high-quality food products across the UK. Operating a fast-paced, multi-drop delivery network, the business is investing heavily in its transport infrastructure and is seeking an ambitious Transport Manager to lead and develop its fleet operation during an exciting period of growth.

You'll oversee transport operations, fleet compliance, route optimisation and driver development, while driving efficiency, reducing driver turnover and supporting ongoing fleet growth.

Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, the Transport Manager will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of a fleet currently comprising 16 vehicles across London and Manchester, with further fleet expansion planned in the near future, including the addition of larger vehicles.

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