Transport Contracts Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Une autorité locale des Midlands cherche à recruter un leader stratégique et opérationnel intérimaire pour ses services de transport sur une période de 6 mois. Ce rôle clé implique la gestion d'une opération de transport de grande envergure, en garantissant la conformité budgétaire et réglementaire tout en soutenant les résidents vulnérables dans les secteurs de l'éducation et des soins sociaux.

Qualifications

• Expérience dans la gestion d'opérations de transport à grande échelle, idéalement dans le secteur public.
• Connaissance des lois sur le transport, l'éducation et l'approvisionnement.
• Compétences en communication et en influence à des niveaux supérieurs.

Responsibilities

• Diriger une équipe de contrats pour plus de 8 500 trajets quotidiens.
• Gérer un budget de transport d'environ 30 millions de livres.
• Représenter le service lors de forums de direction.

Skills

Gestion des opérations de transport

Gestion des contrats

Gestion budgétaire

Engagement des parties prenantes

Transformation de service

Job description

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Panoramic Associates are supporting a local authority in the Midlands to recruit an interim strategic and operational leader for their transport services for a 6 month period. This is a key role managing a large-scale, high-impact transport operation that supports vulnerable residents across education and social care.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead a contracts team delivering over 8,500 daily journeys for school children, SEN pupils, and adult social care clients
* Manage a transport budget of approximately £30 million, ensuring value for money, compliance, and accurate forecasting
* Oversee procurement, contract performance, and legal compliance across a complex network of commercial and voluntary transport providers
* Drive continuous improvement through data-led performance management, benchmarking, and service transformation
* Represent the service at senior leadership forums, deputising for the Head of Service and contributing to strategic planning
* Build strong partnerships with schools, care providers, operators, and internal stakeholders to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused delivery
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Proven experience in managing large-scale transport or logistics operations, ideally within the public sector
* Strong background in contract management, procurement, and budget oversight
* Skilled in leading teams, driving performance, and delivering service transformation
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior and political levels
* Knowledge of relevant legislation including transport, education, and procurement law
Please apply or contact for an initial discussion.