Senior Transport Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A national leader in logistics seeks a Senior Transport Operations Manager to oversee a major distribution site in Reading. The role demands strong leadership and operational management skills to handle complex logistics operations involving a large fleet and driver team, ensuring compliance and performance.

Benefits

Company car

Performance-related bonus

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in large-scale, high-volume transport operations.
• 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 center.
• Oversee a substantial fleet and driver workforce.
• Lead a team of transport managers ensuring smooth operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Operational Resilience

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Senior Transport Operations Manager, reading

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Client:

Loom Talent

Location:

reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Overview:

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

The Role:

As Senior Transport Operations 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:

• 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 Reading, 5 days per week