Transport Manager

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Transport and Warehousing business seeks a Transport Manager. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day haulage operations, ensuring compliance and cost efficiency. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in transport management and proven leadership capabilities. Join a team committed to inclusivity and performance excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in compliance and delivering cost savings.
• Experience in leading haulage operations.
• Capable of mentoring and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day haulage operations ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards.
• Build relationships with customers, ensuring service delivery.
• Drive P&L accountability and align resource planning with financial objectives.

Skills

Transport & Operations Management Experience

Transport Compliance Experience

Staff Management

Education

CPC

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Gleeson has partnered with a Transport and Warehousing business looking for a Transport Manager. This professional should have a proven track record in compliance and delivering cost savings for the overall operation.

Job Title: Transport Manager
Location: Lancaster
Salary: £40,000 - 55,000 + Benefits

Duties:

• Lead the day-to-day haulage operations, ensuring full compliance with legal, industry, and health & safety standards.
• Provide strong and visible leadership to cross-functional site teams, including drivers and transport office personnel.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with customers, ensuring consistent service delivery and proactive communication.
• Drive P&L accountability, aligning resource planning with operational demands and financial objectives.
• Foster a high-performance culture by leading, mentoring, and developing team members across all levels.
• Ensure strict adherence to DVSA guidelines, O-Licence conditions, tachograph usage, and working time directive compliance.

Ideal Candidate:

• Transport & Operations Management Experience
• Transport Compliance Experience
• Staff Management - Routes / Cost Saving / General
• CPC - Needed

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