Transport Manager

Pentagon Motor Group; West Hallam; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic automotive group based in England is seeking a Transport Manager to oversee the daily operations of the transport department. Key responsibilities include ensuring efficient processes to support vehicle order fulfilment, managing a team, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in transport management. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including training opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

31 days holiday per year

Recommend a Friend Scheme

Discounted days out

Retail discounts

Fully funded qualifications

Manufacturer specific training

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension Scheme contributions

Customer referral payments

Discounts for family and friends

Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport or fleet management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a team.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with team and customers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day transport department operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure health & safety compliance in the department.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

Communication

Health and safety procedures

Job description

Job Introduction

The Pentagon Motor Group have an exciting new opportunity for an Transport Manager to join our team at our West Hallam site.

Role Overview

The Transport Manager plays a vital role in the functioning of our Fleet department. The Transport Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the transport department, ensuring processes run efficiently and accurately to support the timely fulfilment of vehicle orders, supporting the Pentagon Group's reputation for excellence.

Main Purpose of the Role

• Drive continuous improvement in the transport department.
• Ensure transport and fleet targets are met through effective planning and execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all transport queries, providing clear and accurate feedback.
• Manage all operational aspects of the transport department to ensure smooth day-to-day running.
• Identify and upscale issues or concerns promptly to the Head of Fulfilment Manager

Key Responsibilities

Transport Department

• Provide effective line management of transport colleagues, identifying training needs and ensuring appropriate support and development opportunities are in place.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.
• Manage and provide support to all colleagues.
• Ensure the department remains fully audit-ready at all times, with processes and documentation maintained to required standards.
• Oversee all health & safety procedures, ensuring everyone is working safely at all times.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure effective workflow and customer satisfaction.

Key Performance Objectives

• Attend and actively contribute to daily operational meetings.
• Prepare and submit accurate forecasts in line with business requirements.
• Improve driver performance and safety records through ongoing training and support.
• Conduct Performance Development Reviews (PDRs) to evaluate and enhance team performance.
• Deliver on transport and fleet department objectives in line with company targets.
• Enhance communication and coordination within the transport team and with other departments.
• Implement process improvements that increase operational efficiency and reduce delays.
• Adopt a team environment that promotes safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Provide excellent customer service by ensuring timely, accurate, and professional communication with customers

Other Duties

Perform any additional tasks reasonably required by senior managers that align with the business goals and fall within your capability.

Have you heard about our benefits?

When you join Pentagon, from Day 1 you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package including :

• 31 days holiday per year (including Bank Holidays) that will increase with length of service.
• Recommend a Friend Scheme.
• Discounted days out with family and friends.
• Retail discounts saving £££'s on shopping and dining out.
• Fully funded, Nationally Recognised Qualifications.
• Manufacturer specific training.
• Salary Finance.
• 24 hour access to the Employee Assistance Programme and designated site Mental Health First Aiders.
• Team member Pension Scheme contributions.
• Friends & family Customer Referral Payments
• Discounts on products and services that we provide for family and friends.

We pride ourselves on offering exceptional training and development opportunities along with realistic career paths for each member of our Team.

Why Choose us?

At Pentagon, we believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and values are chosen and driven by our colleagues, incorporating , trust , respect , integrity and communication , to create and maintain a positive , collaborative vision, is that we believe that by embracing the perspectives and talents of every individual, we can drive meaningful change and create a more inclusive automotive industry for generations to come.