Transport Manager FTC

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Little Fenton; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave (pro rata)

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

24/7 online GP service

Employee assistance programme

MyBenefits platform with discounts

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. is recruiting a Transport Manager for its GXO Direct operation in Sherburn-in-Elmet. This full-time, fixed-term 3-month contract role leads a large transport team to deliver safe, compliant and cost-effective transport services for TJX and Multiuser customers.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage relationships with customers and internal teams, and ensure compliance with transport legislation and company policies, while reporting to the Head of Transport Operations.

Qualifications

• Oversees large transport teams ensuring engagement, accountability and high performance.
• Ensures safe, legal and cost‑effective transport plans and service standards.
• Interprets KPIs and implements practical service improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a large transport team with a focus on engagement and accountability.
• Manage end-to-end transport operations to deliver high service levels for key customers.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues quickly.

Skills

Team leadership

KPI analysis

Customer relationships

Compliance knowledge

Continuous improvement

Communication skills

Health and safety

Education

International CPC qualification

Tools

Tachomaster

Accsend

GTS

EPod

Job description

Here at GXO, we're recruiting for a Transport Manager to join our GXO Direct operation in Sherburn-in-Elmet. This is a full-time, fixed-term role on a 3 month contract, working Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 where you'll take responsibility for a large transport operation supporting both TJX and Multiuser customers. Reporting to the Head of Transport Operations, you'll lead a team of operational managers and support colleagues to ensure safe, compliant and cost-effective transport services are delivered while maintaining excellent customer relationships and high service standards.

• Lead and develop a large transport team, creating a positive culture focused on engagement, accountability, communication and high performance across all levels of the operation
• Manage the end-to-end transport operation, ensuring transport plans are delivered safely, legally and cost-effectively while maintaining high levels of service for both TJX and Multiuser customers
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring operational issues are resolved quickly and communication remains clear and effective
• Ensure full compliance with transport legislation, fleet maintenance requirements, Drivers' Hours regulations, Working Time Directive requirements and all relevant company policies and procedures
• Drive continuous improvement across safety, service, cost and operational efficiency while monitoring KPIs, fleet utilisation and delivery performance to identify opportunities for improvement. Proven management experience within a fast-paced logistics, transport or supply chain environment
• Strong leadership capability, with experience coaching, motivating and developing large teams while managing performance effectively
• Sound knowledge of transport legislation, fleet compliance and industry best practice, with a strong focus on health and safety
• Experience interpreting KPIs, analysing operational performance and implementing practical solutions to improve service and efficiency
• International Managers CPC qualification together with knowledge of transport systems such as Tachomaster, Accsend, GTS and EPod would be highly advantageous. GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.
• We're offering a salary of £65,000 (prorata), alongside 33 days annual leave (prorata), a company-sponsored pension scheme, life assurance, access to a 24/7 online GP service and a comprehensive employee assistance programme. You'll also benefit from our MyBenefits platform, offering high-street discounts, cashback schemes, cycle-to-work options and a range of wellbeing benefits.