Transport Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Coleshill CP; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK is hiring a Transport Manager to oversee daily transport operations. The successful candidate will lead a high-performing team, ensuring safety and excellence across the transport network. Key responsibilities include managing the transport budget and compliance while fostering team development. A valid Transport CPC and experience in logistics are required. This role offers competitive pay and an award-winning range of benefits.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

Free confidential 24/7 GP Service

Discounts on Retail, Childcare + Gym

Affordable loans & Enhanced Pension Scheme

24/7 employee support service

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics and middle management, delivering KPIs.
• Demonstrated expertise in transport legislation and health & safety standards.
• Ability to manage budgets and interpret performance data.
• Experience in leading diverse teams and managing change.
• Proficiency in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead transport team to drive operational excellence.
• Manage transport P&L and budget effectively.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and accountability.
• Address transport and warehouse challenges.
• Champion team development and employee satisfaction.

Skills

Proven leadership in transport operations

Strong compliance mindset

Commercial acumen

Exceptional communication

Digitally confident

Education

Valid Transport CPC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grade: RCS J
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Location: Coleshill - B46 1TT

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Transport Manager to take the helm of our daily transport operations!

In this pivotal role, you will lead our dynamic team to achieve excellence and drive success throughout our transport network. Join us and be a key player in shaping the future of logistics!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead and inspire a high-performing transport team, fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement while driving operational excellence across all KPIs and SLAs.
• Own the transport P&L and budget, ensuring cost-effective operations through strategic planning, performance trend analysis, and collaboration with finance and network stakeholders.
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance, acting as the named CPC holder and maintaining full accountability for driver standards, fleet operations, and health & safety across the site.
• Drive operational leadership and issue resolution, serving as the escalation point for transport and warehouse challenges, and implementing solutions that align with business continuity and customer requirements.
• Champion team development and engagement, managing recruitment, performance reviews, and disciplinary processes while promoting DHL's leadership attributes and employee satisfaction initiatives.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Proven leadership in transport operations, with experience in logistics and middle management, delivering KPIs and driving performance in unionised environments.
• Strong compliance mindset, holding a valid Transport CPC and demonstrating expertise in transport legislation, health & safety standards, and DHL Operator Licence awareness.
• Commercial acumen and analytical skills, with the ability to manage budgets, interpret performance data, and identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service excellence.
• Exceptional communication and influence, able to lead diverse teams, manage change effectively, and build strong relationships across stakeholders and customer networks.
• Digitally confident and adaptable, with strong Microsoft Office proficiency and the ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, ever-changing operational environment.

WHY JOIN US?

As well as competitive pay rates, you will be entitled to an award-winning range of benefits including:

• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Free confidential 24/7 GP Service
• Hundreds of discounts (including Retail, Childcare + Gym)
• Affordable loans & Enhanced Pension Scheme
• 24/7 employee support service for you (+ family) with access to free counselling and much more: https://supplychainjobs.dhl.com/jobs/our-benefits/

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 17 th November. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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