Manchester Transport Operations Lead

JINGDONG Logistics; Manchester; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

JINGDONG Logistics in Manchester seeks an experienced Transport Operations Manager to lead on-site dispatch, loading safety, and route execution for daily transport operations. You will coordinate with drivers, DSPs and internal teams, ensuring safe loading, compliance, and timely deliveries.

Five years’ experience in transport operations is preferred. The role emphasizes KPI management, safety compliance, and efficient dispatch, with opportunities to drive improvements in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transport Management, Business, Operations Management, or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transport operations, logistics dispatch, fleet operations, or distribution centre transport management.
• Minimum 2 years of people management or team supervision experience in a transport, warehouse, logistics, or operational environment.
• Good understanding of UK transport operations and compliance requirements including driver hours, tachograph rules, and WTD.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily transport operations at the Manchester site, including vehicle dispatch, driver allocation, route execution, and delivery progress monitoring.
• Coordinate with warehouse, sortation, planning teams, drivers, DSPs, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth transport execution.
• Monitor dispatch arrangements, including vehicle allocation, loading progress, departure readiness, and on-time performance.
• Ensure vehicles are loaded safely before dispatch and that safety, weight, and route compliance issues are resolved.
• Lead on-site coordination, driver briefings, and KPI reporting to management.

Skills

Vehicle dispatch

Driver coordination

Route execution

KPI management

Compliance & safety

Office software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics/Operations

Tools

Microsoft Office

TMS

WMS

Job description

JINGDONG Logistics in Manchester seeks an experienced Transport Operations Manager to lead on-site dispatch, loading safety, and route execution for daily transport operations. You will coordinate with drivers, DSPs and internal teams, ensuring safe loading, compliance, and timely deliveries.

Five years’ experience in transport operations is preferred. The role emphasizes KPI management, safety compliance, and efficient dispatch, with opportunities to drive improvements in a fast-paced