Senior Transport Manager

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national leader in logistics is seeking a highly capable Senior Transport Manager to oversee a distribution site in Dartford. The role demands exceptional leadership to manage a substantial fleet and a large driver workforce while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Candidates must have proven track records in high-volume transport operations. Competitive package includes benefits such as a company car and performance-related bonus.

Benefits

Company car

Performance-related bonus

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in large-scale, high-volume transport operation.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex logistics with a mix of in-house and third-party operations.
• A deep understanding of transport compliance and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end transport operation of a key distribution centre.
• Oversee a substantial fleet and a large driver workforce.
• Maintain relationships with union representatives.
• Control a significant budget and lead operational management.
• Coordinate with national 3PL providers for service continuity.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Operational resilience

Transport compliance

Communication

Job description

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A national leader in logistics is seeking a highly capable Senior Transport Manager to lead a major distribution site in the Dartford area. This is a critical leadership role within a key location of a multi-site transport function.

The role:
As Senior Transport Manager you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end transport operation of a key distribution centre servicing customers across the South. This includes the oversight of a substantial fleet, a large driver workforce, and significant third-party logistics coordination. The position demands a senior operator with strong stakeholder management, strategic thinking, and operational resilience.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Transport Manager:

• Leadership & Reporting: Reporting to a senior transport leadership team, you'll be one of several senior managers responsible for nationwide operations.
• Fleet Oversight: Manage a varied and large-scale fleet
• Union Relations: Play a key role in maintaining and developing productive relationships with union representatives.
• Driver Workforce: Lead a significant sized team of in-house & agency drivers, ensuring full compliance, safety, and performance.
• Budget Control: Overall control of a significant budget
• Operational Management: Lead a team of transport managers and shift managers, ensuring smooth day-to-day running and effective shift transitions.
• Third-Party Coordination: Work closely with a number of national 3PL providers to ensure service continuity and efficiency.

Candidate Profile:

• Demonstrated success in large-scale, high-volume transport operation.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex logistics with a mix of in-house and third-party operations.
• A deep understanding of transport compliance and regulatory requirements.

The Package:

• Benefits: Company car, performance-related bonus
• Location: Based on-site in Dartford, 5 days per week