Head of Transport

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable logistics firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Transport to lead its operations. The role involves reviewing and optimizing transport strategies, managing a team, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have strong leadership skills, logistics knowledge, and experience with Transport Management Systems. A competitive salary of circa £90,000 plus a package is on offer. This is a permanent position based in the North West.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Opportunity to work within a leading organization

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing a transport network.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a team.
• Comprehensive knowledge of logistics regulations.
• Ability to analyze data for cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Review and implement strategies for transport optimization.
• Manage and lead the transport team.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with warehouse operations to meet client expectations.
• Support investment decisions for the national network.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Logistics processes knowledge

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Tools

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

• Exciting time to join a growing 3PL
• Full autonomy to modernise a Transport Operation

About Our Client

The company is a well-established organisation within the 3PL sector. They have a clear strategy and investment plan to support further growth.

Job Description

The Head of Transport will,

• Review, develop and implement strategies to optimise the transport operations covering processes, systems, and team
• Manage and lead the transport team, ensuring clear communication and raising operational and financial performance
• Ensure all operations adhere to health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments, specifically warehouse operations to meet / exceed client expectations
• Build and develop reporting to aid efficient business decisions
• Support investment decisions to build the national network

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Transport should have:

• Proven experience in the development of a transport network
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of logistics processes and regulations.
• Ability to analyse data and implement cost-effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ideally, experience of TMS implementation

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, circa £90,000 per annum + package
• Company pension scheme.
• Opportunity to work within a leading transport and distribution organisation.
• Permanent position based in the NW

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Head of Transport to lead operations in the logistics department. If you have the required expertise, we encourage you to apply.