Head Of Transport

William Jackson Food Group; Nelson; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellocks is seeking a strategic Head of Transport to lead our national transport operation, overseeing multiple depots and senior teams. You will drive safety, OTIF performance, regulatory compliance and cost efficiency across the network.

You will shape transport strategy in collaboration with the Leadership Team, champion operational excellence, and advance sustainability objectives while delivering outstanding customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the national transport operation across multiple depots (strategic leadership).
• Ensure full compliance with Operator Licence requirements and transport legislation.
• Deliver transport strategies that optimise efficiency, service and cost performance.
• Manage transport budgets and KPIs, driving improvement and cost control.

Job description

Head of Transport

Location: Nelson, Lancashire

At Wellocks, we are passionate about delivering the finest ingredients to some of the UK's most renowned chefs and hospitality businesses. We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Head of Transport to lead our national transport operation and play a key role within our Operations Team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic transport professional to drive operational excellence, lead high-performing teams across multiple locations, and make a significant impact on service, compliance, efficiency and sustainability.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will have overall responsibility for Wellocks' transport function, leading a team of Depot Managers, Planning Managers and specialist compliance and driver training professionals across our network.

You will ensure that our transport operation delivers exceptional customer service while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance and cost control. Alongside day-to-day operational leadership, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives, support business-wide strategic objectives and help shape the future of our transport network.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and develop the national transport operation across multiple depots
• Ensure full compliance with Operator Licence requirements and transport legislation
• Deliver transport strategies that optimise efficiency, service and cost performance
• Manage transport budgets and key performance indicators
• Identify and implement operational improvement and optimisation projects
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business as a member of the Leadership Team

Operational Excellence

• Drive outstanding service performance and On Time In Full (OTIF) delivery
• Establish consistent transport standards and best practices across all depots
• Review fleet requirements and contribute to the company's carbon reduction objectives
• Ensure route planning and dispatch activities consistently meet customer expectations

Compliance, Health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all transport, H&S and environmental legislation
• Foster a strong culture of safety, quality and accountability
• Lead corrective actions arising from audits and operational reviews
• Work with depot teams to ensure sites remain audit and inspection ready