Transport Operations Manager

DHL; Andover; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site canteen

Performance bonus

Pension scheme

GP service

Retail discounts

Loans & savings

Mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL in Andover is seeking a Transport Operations Manager to lead our daily transport operations, driving efficiency and reliability across the network. You will manage a dynamic team to deliver excellence in logistics and customer service.

The role combines hands-on leadership with strategic thinking, focusing on safety, performance metrics and continuous improvement. A permanent full-time position with a competitive package is offered.

Qualifications

• Lead from the front with coaching and mentorship.
• Hold an International CPC Qualification - Essential.
• Experience in cross dock centre.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Be hands-on when needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily transport operations ensuring timely deliveries.
• Develop and implement transport strategies to enhance efficiency.
• Uphold safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Develop, engage and inspire the team.
• Monitor performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching/Mentorship

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Education

International CPC Qualification

Job description

Transport Operations Manager Pay Rate: £40,000 - £46,000 Grade: L Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) Shift patterns: Monday - Friday days shift - Flexibility required, including occasional Saturday AM shift Location: Andover SP11 8EZ

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Transport Operations Manager to take the helm of our daily transport operations!

In this pivotal role, you will lead our dynamic team to achieve excellence and drive success throughout our transport network. Join us and be a key player in shaping the future of logistics!

What You'll Do

• Take the Lead: Oversee our daily transport operations, ensuring timely and efficient deliveries to our customers
• Innovate & Optimise: Develop and implement transport strategies that enhance efficiency and drive success. Your ideas will help us stay ahead of the curve!
• Ensure Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards and compliance regulations, creating a safe and secure workplace for everyone.
• Team Builder: Develop, engage and inspire your team, creating an environment where every colleague can do their best
• Analyse & Improve: Monitor performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement. Your analytical skills will help us deliver excellence every day!

What You'll Bring

• Can lead from the front, winning hearts and minds and providing coaching and mentorship
• Hold an International CPC Qualification - Essential
• Previous experience working within cross dock centre
• Have excellent organisational and problem‑solving skills
• Aren't afraid to roll their sleeves up and get stuck in when needed

Why Join Us

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.