Transport Manager

Aspion; Netherton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading builders' merchant is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to oversee operations across multiple sites. The candidate will manage a team of 9 HGV drivers, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with transport regulations. This role requires strong planning skills and hands-on experience in the builders merchant industry. The position offers an annual salary of £45,000 - £50,000 and various benefits, including an annual bonus and company pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual bonus linked to company performance

Life insurance (3x salary)

Staff discount

Company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Closed on public holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport management, ideally within a builders merchant or similar industry.
• Strong background in load planning and vehicle scheduling.
• Hands-on approach with experience managing Class 2 HGV drivers.

Responsibilities

• Manage and plan daily transport operations across multiple sites.
• Oversee a team of 9 drivers, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Maintain compliance with O License and other relevant transport regulations.

Skills

Planning and organizational skills

Communication and customer service skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Education

Proven experience in transport management

Knowledge of fleet compliance and O License requirements

Tools

Transport management systems (Kerridge or similar)

Job description

Transport Manager

Builders Merchant Sector

Bootle, Liverpool

£45,000 - £50,000

Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 17:00

A leading builders' merchant is seeking an experienced and hands‑on Transport Manager to oversee transport operations across two sites. The successful candidate will manage a fleet of HGV drivers, ensuring efficient delivery of timber, paint, saws, and related products to trade customers across the UK. This is a pivotal role for a business that values autonomy, efficiency, and customer service.

The Transport Manager will take responsibility for planning, scheduling, and managing daily transport operations, ensuring timely deliveries, compliance with regulatory requirements, and high levels of customer satisfaction. They will also implement processes to improve operational efficiency and centralise planning across sites.

The Benefits:

• Annual bonus linked to company performance
• Life insurance (3x salary)
• Staff discount
• Company pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Closed on public holidays

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and plan daily transport operations across multiple sites, coordinating 3-5 runs per truck per day.
• Oversee a team of 9 drivers, all Class 2 license holders, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Allocate workloads and plan deliveries to local and regional customers (including Manchester, Lancaster, and Bradford).
• Maintain compliance with O License and other relevant transport regulations.
• Monitor fleet performance, fuel usage, and driver schedules.
• Ensure clear communication with internal teams and customers regarding delivery schedules.
• Implement improvements to planning systems and processes, moving from manual to centralized systems such as Kerridge.
• Recruit, train, and support transport staff as required.
• Maintain accurate transport records and reports for management review.

  Required Experience & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in transport management, ideally within a builders merchant or similar industry.
  • Strong background in load planning and vehicle scheduling.
  • Knowledge of fleet compliance and O License requirements.
  • Hands‑on approach with experience managing Class 2 HGV drivers and vehicles equipped with Hiaab and flatbeds.
  • Familiarity with transport management systems (Kerridge or similar) is preferred.

  Skills and Competencies:

  • Strong planning and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and implement process improvements.
  • Leadership skills to manage and motivate a small team of drivers.
  • Analytical skills to monitor performance and identify operational efficiencies.

  If you have Transport Manager Experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link.

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