Transport Contracts Manager

JR United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une autorité locale recherche un leader stratégique et opérationnel pour ses services de transport pour une période de 6 mois. Vous aurez la responsabilité de gérer une opération de transport de grande envergure tout en garantissant une livraison efficace et sécurisée pour des clients vulnérables. L'opportunité s'adresse à un profil ayant une solide expérience en gestion de transport, avec un fort accent sur l'engagement des parties prenantes et l'amélioration continue.

Qualifications

• Expérience avérée dans la gestion d'opérations de transport à grande échelle, idéalement dans le secteur public.
• Compétences en gestion des contrats, en approvisionnement et supervision budgétaire.

Responsibilities

• Diriger une équipe de contrats délivrant plus de 8,500 trajets quotidiens.
• Gérer un budget de transport d'environ 30 millions de livres.
• Superviser la conformité contractuelle et légale.

Skills

Gestion de contrats

Gestion du budget

Leadership d'équipe

Engagement des parties prenantes

Communication

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.