Transport & Logistics Manager

Alexander Steele; Carnock; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Steele is delighted to support a growing FMCG business with the recruitment of a Logistics & Transport Manager position in Fife. This role will own the logistics operation, lead a team of drivers and logistics professionals while driving service, efficiency, compliance and ongoing improvement.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in logistics/transport, hands-on leadership, strong route planning and fleet management skills, plus a track record of improving operational

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, transport or distribution management.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong route planning, fleet management and logistics knowledge.
• Hands-on leader who stays close to operations.
• Excellent problem-solving, organisation and communication.
• Experience driving continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Experience in transport/FMCG/food manufacturing or distribution is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the Logistics and Driving teams.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, training and performance.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and on-time delivery performance.
• Oversee route planning, resource allocation and operational scheduling.
• Manage fleet standards, vehicle compliance and health & safety requirements.
• Monitor and improve key logistics KPIs.
• Identify and implement process improvements across the operation.
• Build strong working relationships across the wider business to enhance operational performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Route planning

Fleet management

Operational logistics

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Logistics & Transport Manager

Fife

Tuesday - Saturday (2.30am - 10am)

£45,000 - £50,000

Alexander Steele are delighted to be supporting an FMCG business with the recruitment of a newly created Logistics & Transport Manager position.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business and take ownership of the logistics operation, leading a team of drivers and logistics professionals while driving service, efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the Logistics and Driving teams.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, training and performance.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and on-time delivery performance.
• Oversee route planning, resource allocation and operational scheduling.
• Manage fleet standards, vehicle compliance and health & safety requirements.
• Monitor and improve key logistics KPIs.
• Identify and implement process improvements across the operation.
• Build strong working relationships across the wider business to enhance operational performance.

About You

• Proven experience within Logistics, Transport or Distribution Management.
• Previous experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong understanding of route planning, fleet management and operational logistics.
• A hands-on leader who enjoys being close to the operation.
• Excellent problem-solving, organisational and communication skills.
• Experience driving continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Transport, FMCG, food manufacturing or distribution experience would be advantageous