Depot Operations Lead – Data-Driven Transport Excellence

Henderson Brown Recruitment; Painswick; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Brown Recruitment seeks an experienced Depot Manager to own a busy transport and depot operation from its Gloucestershire site. You will lead daily operations, manage people and fleet, and drive KPI performance, cost control and service standards.

The role requires a Transport Manager CPC with strong knowledge of UK transport compliance, plus proven leadership in a fast-paced depot environment. You will foster a data-driven culture, champion health & safety and cost efficiency across

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a transport, distribution or logistics management role within a depot or multi-drop operation, ideally within Foodservice, FMCG or a similar fast-paced environment.
• Transport Manager CPC (Essential), with strong knowledge of UK transport compliance.
• Strong operational and commercial acumen, with experience managing KPIs, budgets, resource planning, fleet utilisation and costs, using data to drive performance and continuous improvement.
• Proven people leadership experience, with the ability to engage, coach and develop teams.
• Strong understanding of fleet compliance, vehicle roadworthiness and Health & Safety, with IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent qualification desirable.
• A hands-on, commercially focused and solutions-driven leader with excellent communication, planning and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation, managing people, fleet, resource planning, service levels, budgets and KPIs, using data and insight to improve efficiency, maximise utilisation and control costs.
• Build a positive, accountable and high-performing culture, develop your team and embed consistent processes and best practice.

Skills

Leadership

Operational excellence

KPIs & budgets

Data-driven

Education

Transport Manager CPC

IOSH/NEBOSH or equivalent (Health & Safety)

Job description

Henderson Brown Recruitment seeks an experienced Depot Manager to own a busy transport and depot operation from its Gloucestershire site. You will lead daily operations, manage people and fleet, and drive KPI performance, cost control and service standards.

The role requires a Transport Manager CPC with strong knowledge of UK transport compliance, plus proven leadership in a fast-paced depot environment. You will foster a data-driven culture, champion health & safety and cost efficiency across