Transport Manager

American President Lines; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking logistics provider as a Transport Manager, where you'll lead a dedicated team to ensure high performance and compliance in transport operations. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on personal growth and continuous improvement. You'll build strong client relationships and drive operational excellence while fostering a collaborative team spirit. With a commitment to employee development and a culture of recognition, this position is perfect for a hands-on leader ready to make a significant impact in the logistics industry.

Benefits

Competitive Annual Leave

Pension and Life Assurance

Employee Benefits Platform

Discounts on Gym Memberships

Holiday Buy Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing teams in transport or warehouse environments.
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on meeting targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the transport operation, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Develop team through coaching and training while promoting safety standards.

Skills

Team Management

Operational Experience

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Client Relationship Building

Education

Relevant Logistics Experience

Job description

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557894

Northamptonshire, GB

Transport Manager

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

Our operation based in Daventry Dirft, is looking for a dedicated Transport Manager where you will take the lead in managing an efficient, compliant, and high-performing transport function.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Reporting to the General Manager, you will take ownership of the transport operation, leading a team of Transport Supervisors, Clerks, and Drivers. You will set the tone for a positive, productive, and collaborative working environment where high performance and strong team spirit are encouraged every day.

You will develop your team, supporting their growth through coaching, training, and ongoing feedback. You’ll take pride in helping your people build their skills and confidence, ensuring they feel valued and empowered to succeed. You will promote a culture of health and safety, ensure all legal requirements and compliance standards are met, and that best practices are followed throughout the operation.

You will build and maintain strong relationships with clients. You’ll be a key point of contact, communicating with them daily to understand their needs, resolve issues quickly, and make sure service levels are consistently high. Working closely with the warehouse and other departments, you’ll ensure operations run smoothly from end to end.

This role will see you working Monday to Friday 08:30 to 17:30.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Our ideal candidate will have strong operational experience, with a proven track record of managing teams across transport, warehouse, or similar environments. You will be highly organised, with excellent time management skills and a clear focus on meeting targets and priorities.

You will bring a practical approach to problem-solving and be confident in building and maintaining strong client relationships. A hands-on leader, you’ll know how to motivate your team and drive continuous improvement across the operation.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status.
Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland.