Transport Manager | Swindon | Iceland

GXO Logistics; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Transport Manager to lead their operations in Swindon. This full-time role involves coordinating transport activities, ensuring compliance with legislation, and fostering a high-performance culture within the team. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and leadership in enhancing supply chain solutions.

Benefits

Company Sponsored Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

24/7 Online GP Service

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

High Street Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Cashback Cards

Saving Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience managing large multi-temperature transport operations.
• Up-to-date knowledge of transport legislation and Working Time Directive.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning and organizing schedules for transport operations.
• Recruit, train, and coach transport team members.
• Liaise with departments to provide quality service.

Skills

3PL Management

Leadership

Transport Legislation Knowledge

Continuous Improvement

Education

International CPC

Job description

Are you ready to elevate your career in a rewarding role? Do you bring valuable 3PL management experience to the table? Are you the supportive leader and coach we need? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Here at GXO, we are currently recruiting for a Transport Manager to join our team on the Iceland contract in Swindon. You will coordinate the transport operations of the depot whilst being an integral member of the team to ensure full compliance of all driver and vehicle legislation and satisfying the needs of the customer and company.

Become an integral part of a team that values your leadership and expertise. Step up to a role where your contributions truly matter.

The role is being offered on a full-time, permanent basis and, if successful, you will be working Monday to Friday - 08:00-16:00.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £55,000.00- and 25-days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Managing the planning and organising the schedules and operational work of the transport function to meet all service level criteria
• Recruit, train, and coach members of the transport team to improve performance and manage underperformance where necessary
• Liaise with all departments and support services to provide a quality service set against company and client standards
• Promote safe working practices, attain, and sustain high standards of H&S, hygiene, and security within the working environment

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Holder of an International CPC is essential
• Demonstrable experience within a similar role, managing a large multi-temperature transport operation, preferably in a 3PL environment
• Up-to-date knowledge of the Working Time Directive and all relevant transport legislation
• Experience of continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives is desirable

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

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.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.