Regional Transport Manager

theo; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking an experienced Regional Transport Manager to oversee operations across multiple sites in the UK. The ideal candidate will have a National Transport Manager CPC and a minimum of 2 years' managerial experience in transport or logistics. The role offers a competitive salary up to £70,000 with a 20% bonus and car allowance. This position requires strong leadership and compliance skills to deliver exceptional service and achieve operational excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' managerial experience in road transport or fleet management.
• Proven track record in operational management and budget control.
• Strong knowledge of HGV operations and fleet compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and engage teams to deliver exceptional service.
• Ensure compliance with UK and EU legislation.
• Manage budgetary control and operational KPIs.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and partners.

Skills

People leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

National Transport Manager CPC

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced and successful Regional Transport Manager looking for a new role?

Regional Transport Manager - Field Based

Salary: up to £70,000 + 20% bonus + car allowance

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Regional Transport Manager. This role is responsible for managing the performance and engagement of teams within a specified geographical area, ensuring exceptional service delivery while achieving strong business outcomes.

The Regional Manager will oversee multiple sites, vehicles, and staff, with several direct reports. They will be accountable for operational compliance, cost control, customer service, and staff engagement. This is a field based role; applications are being considered from candidates who live across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and engage teams to deliver exceptional service and strong business outcomes.
• Ensure all drivers and fleet operations comply with UK and EU legislation (DVSA standards).
• Maintain compliance with Operator's licence requirements, including vehicle checks, workshop visits, and inspections.
• Manage budgetary control, ensuring financial and operational KPIs are achieved.
• Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are adhered to across all operations.
• Oversee fleet availability, resource utilisation, and operational efficiency.
• Act as on call Manager on a rotational 24/7 basis.
• Lead performance management, coaching, and staff development across the region.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• National Transport Manager CPC (essential)

Requirements / Personal Attributes

• Minimum 2 years' managerial experience within road transport, fleet, logistics, or DVSA-compliant environments.
• Proven track record in operational management, compliance, and budget control.
• Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Excellent knowledge of HGV operations and fleet compliance.
• Analytical and financially aware, able to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• You must be able to produce high quality work in a busy motor trade environment and be motivated through set targets, showing flexibility according to the needs of your team.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package up to £70,000 + 20% bonus + car allowance
• Excellent career progression and professional development opportunities.
• This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced operations leader within transport, logistics, or fleet management to step into a high-profile role.

If you would like to join this highly successful prestige motor company, then APPLY today! If you do not hear from us within 14 days of your application date, please assume we will not be progressing your application.