Operations Manager Transport & Distribution

Corus Consultancy; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead and optimise transport operations in Bristol. The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in transport management. You will drive operational efficiency and support a high-performance team, making a tangible impact in a growing transport business. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport, logistics, or distribution management.
• Strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Transport Management Systems (TMS).

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day transport operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and cost control.
• Provide leadership support and deputise for senior management when needed.
• Manage subcontractor performance and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Implement process improvements and standardise best practices across regions.
• Mentor and develop operational teams to strengthen capability and resilience.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Results-driven

Customer-focused

Resilience under pressure

Job description

Operations Manager - Transport & Distribution
Location: Bristol | Pay: £22/hour | Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:30 | 37.5 hrs/week

Our client in Bristol is looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead and optimise transport and distribution operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will drive operational efficiency, maintain service excellence, and support a high‑performing team across multiple regions.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead day‑to‑day transport operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and cost control

• Provide leadership support and deputise for senior management when needed

• Manage subcontractor performance and build strong stakeholder relationships

• Implement process improvements and standardise best practices across regions

• Mentor and develop operational teams to strengthen capability and resilience

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in transport, logistics, or distribution management

• Strong leadership, planning, and problem‑solving skills

• Proficiency in Excel and Transport Management Systems (TMS)

• Results‑driven, customer‑focused, and resilient under pressure

This is a great opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing transport business and progress your operational career.