Transport Manager

Birtwistles Catering Butchers; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted staff sales

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Service holidays after 5 years

Employee of the Month bonus

On-site car parking

Job summary

Birtwistles Catering Butchers seeks an experienced Transport Manager to lead the transport operation at our Manchester site in Irlam. You will manage daily routes, budgets and fleet, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while driving service levels and cost efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership of the transport team and the ability to build effective relationships across the business to deliver reliable, cost-effective logistics for the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport/logistics in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Ability to build strong relationships across the business.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the transport team and supervisors.
• Plan and optimise daily delivery routes to maximise efficiency.
• Manage transport budgets, labour costs and overtime.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and H&S.
• Maintain vehicle fleet availability and roadworthiness.
• Build relationships with customers and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Relationship building

Route planning

KPI monitoring

Job description

Are you an experienced Transport Manager looking for your next exciting challenge? If you pride yourself on your ability to engage, lead, and motivate your team then please read on...

We are a rapidly expanding successful group that encompasses all aspects of the meat trade, and we are currently recruiting for a Transport Manager to manage the Transport Operation at our Irlam, Manchester Site. This is a rare and exciting to join a fast paced 24 hour business and make a difference!

Our business which is a catering butcher has over 100 years of experience in the meat and farming industries. All products are prepared in the factory at Manchester daily to each customer's specifications, packaged and labelled to and above legislation, and then delivered direct throughout the UK.

About the Role

Primary responsibilities of the Transport Manager are;

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, motivate, support and develop the Transport Team Management, Supervisors and wider transport team including Despatch.
• Manage recruitment, induction, performance, absence, disciplinary and development processes.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Transport Operations

• Responsible for the upkeep and management of the Operators Licence
• Responsible for ensuring that the relevant records are maintained in respect of the Tachographs
• Plan and optimise daily delivery routes, ensuring efficient use of vehicles and resources whilst meeting customer service requirements and maximising operational efficiency and minimising costs.
• Monitor operational KPIs, including route performance, delivery schedules and driver productivity and implement improvements to maximise service levels and productivity.
• Respond to operational issues and implement solutions to minimise service disruption.
• Manage transport budgets, labour costs, overtime and agency usage.
• Support operational planning and business continuity during periods of disruption.
• Manage, maintain and improve Third Party supplier relationships

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all relevant transport legislation, Health & Safety requirements and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure the department remains audit ready.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and customer complaints, implementing corrective actions where necessary.

Fleet Management

• Ensure vehicles are available, roadworthy, maintained, serviced and repaired in accordance with legal and company and operational requirements.
• Monitor vehicle defects, fleet availability, cleanliness and utilisation.
• Liaise with maintenance providers and contractors to minimise vehicle downtime.

Depot Management

• Take responsibility for the safe, secure and efficient management of the transport depot.

Customer & Business Performance

• Build effective relationships with customers, suppliers and internal departments.
• Resolve service issues professionally and identify opportunities to improve customer satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.

Performance and Compliance

• Monitor driver performance using telematics, KPIs and Operational reporting
• Address performance concerns through coaching, file notes and escalation where appropriate
• Investigate vehicle incidents, customer complaints and operational issues, escalating significant matters

Working Hours

The base working hours for the role are Monday to Friday , including additional flexibility to meet business requirements including the weekend rota and on call and cover for Transport Management/Supervision.

Working hours are ;

• Week 1 - Monday to Friday
• Week 2 - Tuesday to Friday and Saturday

Additionally, flexibility may be required to meet business needs.

Benefits Discounted staff sales

• Discounted staff sales
• 20 days holiday plus some bank holidays
• Service holidays after 5 years of service
• Employee of the Month bonus
• On-site car parking
• Attendance Bonus Holiday
• Christmas Gift

Benefits Staff sales

• Staff sales
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free car parking
• Birthday voucher

Requirements

Requirements You will have proven experience in a similar role in transport/logistics in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead and motivate your team and build strong relationships across the business.