End-to-End Transport Leader - Food & FMCG

NWF Group; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in the UK is looking for a Head of Transport to oversee all transport operations across a food and FMCG network. The role includes developing transport strategies, managing day-to-day operations, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have extensive transport management experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a commercial mindset. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus, and various benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus bonus and car allowance

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Extensive progression opportunities

Funded accredited training courses

Discounts across shopping and dining

Company pension and life assurance

Free refreshments and on-site parking

Qualifications

• Extensive transport management experience within food/FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of compliance including food safety and vehicle regulations.
• Proven leadership capability managing large teams and multi-site operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver transport strategy aligned with business growth.
• Oversee day-to-day transport operations, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Lead transport managers, planners, and drivers to build high-performance culture.

Skills

Transport management experience

Knowledge of compliance regulations

Leadership capability

Commercial and analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Telematics

Route optimisation tools

Fleet management platforms

Job description

A leading logistics provider in the UK is looking for a Head of Transport to oversee all transport operations across a food and FMCG network. The role includes developing transport strategies, managing day-to-day operations, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have extensive transport management experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a commercial mindset. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus, and various benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth.