Transport Manager

Loom Talent; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG logistics provider is seeking a dynamic Transport Manager to lead their Bedfordshire operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a background in logistics, and experience managing large teams. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous opportunities for progression within a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Company Holidays

Company Pension Contributions

Opportunities for progression

Additional company benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience at Transport Manager level.
• Experience managing teams of 80+ employees.
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma methodology is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of circa 80 colleagues.
• Uphold health and safety standards in transport operations.
• Manage daily activities of the fleet policy and transport staff.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Analytical Abilities

Health & Safety Awareness

Continuous Improvement

Education

Transport Management CPC

Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain background

Tools

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

Job Title: Transport Manager

Client: Leading FMCG Logistics Provider

Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday (Days)

Salary: 48,000 - 50,000 + additional company benefits.

Role Location: Bedfordshire.

Are you a dynamic Transport professional looking to make a significant impact at a fast paced, rapidly growing, UK leading FMCG business?

Company Overview:

Loom Talent have been exclusively appointed on a Transport Manager vacancy by a leading FMCG business, due to rapid growth at their flagship based in the Bedfordshire area.

Key Responsibilities:

• People-Centric Leadership: Lead and inspire a dedicated team of circa x80 colleagues to reach their full potential through direct managerial reports, your focus on the well-being and development of your staff will be the cornerstone of success whilst having a continuous improvement mindset.
• Health & Safety: Uphold rigorous health and safety standards, fostering a culture of safety awareness throughout the Transport distribution arm of the business, accident reduction through continued training and assessment.
• Performance Metrics: Continue to evolve the organisational approach to KPI's, whilst ensuring existing site standardisation. You will have overall responsibility of the management of the daily activity of the company's fleet policy and associated transport staff in line with legal requirements, company policy and procedures, quality standards and within budget, whilst ensuring that an effective service is provided to the customer.
• Performance Management: Proven experience managing under / over performance, along with experience leading; Probation reviews, return to works, PDP's, Annual Reviews and Disciplinary's.
• TMS Expertise: Utilise your experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS) and Business Systems to drive operational efficiency.
• Customer & Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the seamless flow of goods from the warehouse to the end customer.

Key Candidate Requirements:

The successful candidate for Transport Manager position will have the following skills and experiences:

• Have a Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain background - Essential.
• Hold a Transport Management CPC - Essential
• Have experience working within a FMCG background - Advantageous.
• Have a minimum of 5+ years' experience at a Transport Manager / Transport Operations Manager Level - Essential.
• Have managed teams beyond 80+ employees / drivers through direct managerial reports - Essential.
• Exceptional people management and leadership skills - Essential.
• An understanding of Lean Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement Methodology - Advantageous.
• A working knowledge of TMS systems - Essential.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities - Essential.
• Commutable to Bedfordshire, for 5 days per week - Essential.

Salary & Benefits Package:

• Salary - 48,000 to 50,000 (Dependant on experience).
• Company Holidays.
• Company Pension Contributions.
• Plus, additional company benefits.
• Lots of opportunity for progression.