Transport Operations Manager

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving Food Retail Services company is seeking a Transport Operations Manager in Belfast. The successful candidate will lead the transport function, ensuring compliance with regulations and managing a high-performing team. With a CPC Transport qualification and a minimum of 3 years of experience, you will deliver outstanding operational results and improve efficiency. This permanent position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and growth opportunities within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Fantastic benefits package

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience leading and managing high-performing, results-driven teams.
• Proven track record of delivering strong operational results in a fast-paced, high-volume FMCG environment.
• Demonstrated experience within a national logistics operation managing frequent, multi-drop deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the transport function for Wholesale Partners.
• Collaborate closely with warehouse teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and safety standards.
• Monitor driver performance and address performance issues.
• Engage and develop transport teams.
• Implement divisional transport strategy and initiatives.
• Own and manage the divisional transport budget.
• Develop relationships with customers and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

Team motivation

Transport legislation compliance

Education

CPC Transport qualification

Job description

Fantastic opportunity for an individual to become Transport Operations Manager, joining a thriving Food Retail Services / FMCG company (Fantastic company, with multi billion turnover).

This company places immense value on their staff, and is one of the best places for an individual to work in.

This role is based in Belfast Office (Dargan Crescent). Permanent - Monday - Friday position.

Salary:

Negotiable + Fantastic Benefits package & Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the transport function for Wholesale Partners, delivering optimal transport solutions across Food Service, Retail, and MarketPlace local delivery operations.
• Collaborate closely with warehouse teams, supply chain functions, and wider business stakeholders to ensure depot targets are achieved while delivering best-in-class customer service within budget.
• Manage site-based transport teams to consistently achieve or exceed all KPIs and SLAs.
• Ensure full compliance with all statutory obligations, transport legislation, regulatory requirements, and safety standards covering fleet management, vehicle maintenance, and drivers' hours.
• Monitor driver performance, providing structured feedback and addressing performance or disciplinary issues in line with company policies and procedures.
• Engage, motivate, and develop drivers and transport teams, identifying training needs to support continuous improvement and capability building.
• Implement the divisional transport strategy, ensuring alignment with wider business objectives and operational priorities.
• Lead transport network transformation initiatives to improve efficiency, enhance service levels, and deliver sustainable cost savings.
• Build and lead a high-performing transport team culture focused on accountability, safety, and customer excellence.
• Own and manage the divisional transport budget, ensuring cost control, accurate forecasting, and strong financial performance.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders to support operational excellence.

The Ideal Person:

• CPC Transport qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' experience leading and managing high-performing, results-driven teams.
• Proven track record of delivering strong operational results in a fast-paced, high-volume FMCG environment.
• Demonstrated experience within a national logistics operation managing frequent, multi-drop deliveries.
• Strong leadership capability with clear evidence of employee engagement, motivation, and effective performance management.