Transport Manager

GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales); Derby; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working

Pension scheme with 8% employer / 4%员工

GP consultations 24/7

Discounts

Loans and mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Group is seeking an experienced Transport Manager for our Derby area, leading the day-to-day transport operation and ensuring safe, compliant deliveries. The role requires a valid International CPC qualification and proven leadership within transport/Logistics, with strong data analysis and stakeholder management skills.

You will oversee driver teams, plan schedules, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement across safety, cost efficiency, and service standards.

Qualifications

• Hold an International CPC Qualification (essential).
• Experience in a Transport Manager or Transport Operations Management role.
• Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance requirements.
• Proven leadership within a transport, logistics or distribution environment.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyse operational data and implement improvements.
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service focus.
• Proficiency in transport management systems and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, legally, and on time.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, including Driver Hours, Working Time Directive, and Operator Licence requirements.
• Manage, motivate, and develop a team of drivers, managers and transport planners.
• Monitor and improve KPIs such as service levels, vehicle utilisation, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency.
• Conduct investigations relating to accidents, incidents, and compliance breaches, implementing corrective actions.
• Oversee fleet management activities, including maintenance scheduling, vehicle availability, and defect reporting.
• Build relationships with customers and stakeholders to ensure service excellence.
• Drive a culture of safety, engagement, and continuous improvement across the transport operation.
• Manage transport budgets and identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining service standards.

Education

International CPC Qualification

Tools

Transport management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pay Rate: £48,000
Grade: RCS K
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Working Monday to Friday, general office hours but flexibility required
Location: East Midlands Gateway - Derby

We are looking for an experienced and driven Transport Manager to lead our transport operation, ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of services to our customers. This is an excellent opportunity for a transport professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about operational excellence, people leadership, and continuous improvement.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead and manage the day-to-day transport operation, ensuring all deliveries are completed safely, legally, and on time
• Ensure compliance with all transport legislation, including Driver Hours, Working Time Directive, and Operator Licence requirements
• Manage, motivate, and develop a team of drivers, managers and transport planners
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators such as service levels, vehicle utilisation, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency
• Conduct investigations relating to accidents, incidents, and compliance breaches, implementing corrective actions where required
• Oversee fleet management activities, including maintenance scheduling, vehicle availability, and defect reporting processes
• Build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders to ensure service excellence
• Drive a culture of safety, engagement, and continuous improvement across the transport operation
• Manage transport budgets and identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining service standards

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Hold an International CPC Qualification (essential)
• Previous experience in a Transport Manager or Transport Operations Management role
• Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation and compliance requirements
• Proven leadership experience within a transport, logistics, or distribution environment
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyse operational data and implement improvements
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service focus
• Proficiency in transport management systems and Microsoft Office applications

WHY JOIN US?

• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

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